Temporary Part-time Dietary Aide

County of ElginAylmer, ON
CA$27 - CA$28Onsite

About The Position

Terrace Lodge is a 100-bed long-term care home in the Township of Malahide. Our home is situated in beautiful Elgin County and features private and basic accommodation with 24-hour nursing care. Recently re-developed Terrace Lodge feels warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed with residents’ comfort at its heart. Sunlit communal areas feature modern finishes and comfortable seating that encourage social connection and relaxation. Homelike details promote dignity and independence while providing a safe space that residents are proud to call home. As a Dietary Aide, you will be responsible for basic food preparation, assisting the Cook where needed, and handling food in accordance with safety and sanitary regulations. You will also be responsible for service of food, setting and clearing tables, and receiving goods delivered to the dietary department. Attention to detail is key, as you will keep accurate records while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment (knowing the proper procedures for operating and cleaning all equipment, utensils, work services, etc. used in food service areas).

Requirements

  • Successful completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker program meeting the requirements of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021
  • Current Food Handling Certificate
  • A passion for serving others and providing quality care
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to the County of Elgin
  • Satisfactory 2-step Tuberculosis (TB) screening documentation

Nice To Haves

  • Cook diploma

Responsibilities

  • Basic food preparation
  • Assisting the Cook where needed
  • Handling food in accordance with safety and sanitary regulations
  • Service of food
  • Setting and clearing tables
  • Receiving goods delivered to the dietary department
  • Keeping accurate records
  • Maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment
  • Operating and cleaning all equipment, utensils, work surfaces, etc. used in food service areas

Benefits

  • 14% in lieu of benefits and 4% vacation pay, paid every pay
  • OMERS Pension Plan enrollment
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
  • Rewarding and meaningful work
  • Flexible scheduling through the Staff Schedule Care app, including shift swapping and giveaways
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