Food Production Worker - Seeking Casual Relief Candidates

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health • West Petpeswick, NS

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to and under the direction of the Food Service Supervisor, the Food Production Worker is responsible for performing routine assigned duties in meal preparation, heating/reheating of food, meal service, cafeteria and catering service and cleaning related to providing quality, safe and nutritious food as per the food service model to the patients, clients and customers of the facility/community.

The Food Production Worker may work in a rural setting where the Food Service Supervisor is accessible (via phone or email) but not physically available. The Food Production Worker will exhibit sound professional judgment and independent thought while working within the framework of the organization.

The Food Production Worker ensures that the principles and practices that guide the NSH such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and inter-professional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum one (1) year experience in cooking and food preparation
• Successful completion of Food Handlers Course within the past five years
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other staff, clients and management
• Willingness to learn, accept direction and work effectively in a team environment following established policies and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Demonstrated ability to use sound professional judgment, initiative and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
• Physical capabilities to perform duties of the position including heavy lifting; working flexible hours, withstanding the demands of walking and standing during shifts; and working in an environment with heat and temperature fluctuations.

Nice To Haves

• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

• Performing routine assigned duties in meal preparation
• Heating/reheating of food
• Meal service
• Cafeteria and catering service
• Cleaning related to providing quality, safe and nutritious food

Benefits

• Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
• Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED