Dietary Aide -Part Time

Extendicare • Brantford, ON

10d • CA$23 - CA$25 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager of Food Services, the Dietary Aide provides support to the set-up, preparation, serving and clean up associated with all meal services in the Residence/Home. The role involves living organizational values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence, lending a helping hand, cultivating relationships with staff, residents and families, and leading with H.E.A.R.T. (hear, empathize, acknowledge, respond, thank). Extendicare has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in their long-term care homes across Canada for over 50 years, creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment.

Requirements

• Must possess a Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.
• Must be physically able to lift (20lb) and transfer heavy, hot items and stand/walk for majority of shift.
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).
• Takes ownership and holds self and others accountable to deliver high quality, timely and cost-effective results.
• Understands financial and operational aspects and implications that are essential to achieve superior business results.
• Building capability of self, individuals and teams by engaging in feedback, coaching, learning and development.
• Keeping the customer in mind to deliver the highest possible quality of care, service and choices.
• Optimizes available resources and pursues implementation to consistently achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Identifies, develops and implements new and innovative solutions to enhance opportunity, efficiency and quality.
• Inspires and fosters a team environment and works collaboratively to achieve business goals and objectives.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the food service industry and working with seniors.
• Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to residents and guests in a professional and courteous manner.
• Assist in the set up and preparation for service of various items such as beverages, salads, desserts, etc.
• Set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required.
• Assist with cleaning of dishware, cutlery at the conclusion of each seating as required.
• Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen and dining area as required.
• Assist with catering, and actively participate in special occasions and theme events.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new dietary employees.
• Follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures.
• Comply with all provincial regulations and established department policies and procedures.
• Be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it.
• Attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents.
• Attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• Uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Revera’s Code of Conduct.
• Adheres to responsibilities and requirements for reporting adverse resident occurrences subject to regulatory and legislative direction.
• Complete all other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings.
• Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package.
• Comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth.
• Accommodations for applicants with needs throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed