Dietary Aide

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Brandon, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dietary Aide works under the direction of the Manager, Nutrition Services or Nutrition Services Supervisor, and in coordination with the Cook, Lead Hand or Clerk. The role supports food-service assembly, production and distribution, with emphasis on portion and waste control, sanitation and safety. The Dietary Aide follows menus and therapeutic specifications, maintains clean preparation, storage and meal-service areas, monitors food temperatures and appropriate handling of leftovers, and performs cash-register procedures. The position also assists with food preparation and meal service, including preparing therapeutic or texture-modified diets according to approved guidelines; serving and delivering meals; cleaning and sanitizing dining and Nutrition Services areas and equipment; washing dishes and utensils; preparing catered items; maintaining supplies and inventory; and supporting departmental quality-control procedures. The Dietary Aide may help orient or train Nutrition Services staff and students and performs other assigned duties. This is a maternity/parental leave term position at Fairview Home in Brandon, Manitoba, anticipated to start as soon as possible and end July 17, 2027. The term may end earlier, subject to the stated minimum notice. The position is 0.43 FTE with day and evening shifts and daily hours of 3.25 and 7.75. Salary is as per the collective agreement.

Requirements

Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards).
Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1, or willingness to obtain it within six months.
Other combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, Internet applications and other information technology.
Demonstrated dexterity, speed and efficient work methods.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures.
Ability to display independent judgment.
Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population.
Ability to respect and promote confidentiality.
Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis.
Successful candidate must complete Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check; associated service charges are the candidate's responsibility.

Responsibilities

Assist with food-service assembly, production and distribution, emphasizing portion control, waste control, sanitation and safety.
Follow the approved menu and therapeutic guidelines when preparing and serving therapeutic or texture-modified diets.
Make client-menu changes as directed in consultation with the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or Registered Dietitian.
Assist with food preparation, including toast, cereal, nourishments, salads, cold food, sandwiches, desserts and beverages.
Assemble and serve meals according to portion standards and serving guidelines for tray, dining-room or cafeteria service.
Deliver food carts and trays to designated areas and collect soiled trays and dishes.
Set, clear, clean and sanitize dining-room tables.
Prepare and deliver items for catered functions.
Perform cashier duties and related cash procedures.
Wash dishes, pots, pans and utensils in accordance with sanitation standards.
Clean Nutrition Services areas and equipment according to established cleaning schedules and safe-work procedures.
Ensure relevant equipment is clean and operating efficiently.
Label, date and store or discard leftovers appropriately, including maintaining hazardous food samples.
Check, order, receive, monitor and unpack supplies as directed, and maintain par stock in designated areas.
Assist with inventory procedures and departmental quality-control audits and procedures.
Assist with training and/or orientation of Nutrition Services staff and students.
Maintain familiarity with diets, reference materials and technical terms used in Nutrition Services.
Perform other duties as assigned.