Food Production Worker - Seeking Casual Relief Candidates
About The Position
Nova Scotia Health is seeking dedicated and experienced Food Production Workers to join their Nutrition and Food Services team. This role is vital for supporting the efficient operation of healthcare facilities and contributing to exceptional patient care. As a casual Food Production Worker, you will be responsible for routine duties in meal preparation, heating/reheating food, meal service, cafeteria and catering service, and cleaning. You will ensure the delivery of quality, safe, and nutritious food according to the food service model. The position may involve working in rural settings where the Food Service Supervisor is not physically present, requiring sound professional judgment and independent thought within organizational frameworks. You will integrate and uphold Nova Scotia Health's guiding principles, including mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships, and inter-professional collaboration.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- 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
- Minimum one (1) year experience in cooking and food preparation an asset
- 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 as per the food service model to the patients, clients and customers of the facility/community
- Exhibiting sound professional judgment and independent thought while working within the framework of the organization
- Ensuring that the principles and practices that guide the NSH are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
