Dietary Aide (Finch Reactivation Care Centre)
About The Position
Humber River Health is seeking a Dietary Aide to join their Food Services team at the Finch Reactivation Care Centre. This role is crucial in providing a restaurant-style menu with diverse food choices to patients, focusing on well-being and nutritional needs within a healthy and safe environment. Humber River Health is a fully digital hospital committed to changing healthcare through technology and clinical expertise, serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto. They are affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and are dedicated to high-quality patient care, compassion, professionalism, and respect.
Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School diploma, equivalent, or higher education required.
- Good command of the English language (English reading and writing test will be administered).
- Food Handlers Certificate Required.
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets and nutritional supplements.
- Ability to lift, pull and push weights of 25lbs or more frequently throughout shift.
- Must have a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to quality.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to changing work routines or priorities.
- Able to work with minimal supervision. Must be self-motivated and demonstrate initiative.
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
- Demonstrated problem solving abilities.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
- Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of 3 years hospital food service experience, including safe food handling and HACCP knowledge preferred.
- Computer Knowledge an asset
- An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
Responsibilities
- Tray passing, diet changes and preparation and portioning of food items as necessary.
- Regular cleaning and sanitation of work areas and department equipment.
- Working in dish room and pot wash room washing dishes and cooking equipment.
- Removing garbage, recycling and slop from the department.
- Safely and properly handling cleaning chemicals used in the department.
- Ensuring all areas of the kitchen are stocked with clean wares as needed.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Greater Toronto’s Top Employers recognition
- Evidence-based leadership
- Culture that consistently wows with unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement
- Member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN)
- Deeply involved in research and academic collaboration
- Dedicated to high-quality patient care
- Demonstrates values of compassion, professionalism, and respect
- Commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace
- Fosters a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute
- Accommodations available throughout the recruitment process and employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
