Food Services Attendant, Food Services - Temporary Full-Time (until July 2026)

CHEO • Ottawa, ON

2d • CA$24 - CA$29 • Onsite

About The Position

CHEO offers its patients hotel-style food services, similar to hotel room service, which has been a successful initiative. They are launching a patient ordering app in August. Their retail locations include a Crafted at CHEO brand in the Cafeteria, Mr Sub, Pizza Pizza, and Starbucks coffee. They also operate the Treehouse Gift Shop. The Food Service Attendant will be responsible for food preparation and handling, formula feed preparation, patient tray setup and assembly, tray delivery and pickup, catering setup, cash and closing procedures, operating the dish machine, maintaining sanitary conditions, and working in retail locations. The timeline for this temporary full-time position is until July 2026, but may be extended or shortened based on operational needs. Candidates will be represented by the Ontario Federation Healthcare Workers – Laborers International Union of North America (OFHCW-LiUNA). CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health, employing over 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists, researchers, and volunteers. It has transformed into an integrated child and youth health system, excelling in clinical care, research, and education. CHEO's Research Institute focuses on various children's health concerns. CHEO has been recognized by Forbes as Canada's best healthcare employer and by Canada's Top 100 Employers as a top employer in the National Capital Region for multiple consecutive years. They serve over 500,000 children and youth annually. CHEO values diversity and is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free work environment.

Requirements

• Criminal Record Check (Essential)
• Grade 12 diploma (Essential)
• Demonstrated initiative, team work and flexible work schedule (Essential)
• Demonstrated skills in dealing with the public (Essential)
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills (Essential)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision (Essential)
• Minimum 6 months experience in food service operation (Essential)
• Physical strength sufficient to correspond to job requirements (Essential)
• Ability to prioritize (Essential)

Nice To Haves

• Bilingualism (English and French) (Preferred)
• Successful completion of Food Handler Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Preparation and handling of food items in accordance to department regulations
• Preparation of formula feeds
• Patient tray set up and assembly
• Delivery and pick up trays to patient areas
• Preparation and set up of catering functions
• Cash and closing procedures
• Operation of dish machine
• Maintenance of safe and sanitary conditions in work areas
• Work in retail locations (Mr Sub, Pizza Pizza, Starbucks)
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive benefits package
• relocation reimbursement benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED