Dietary Aide
- Mississauga, ON, Canada
- AgeCare Wenleigh, Canada
Salary: $18.73 per hourSalary placement based on qualifications and experience. · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Salary: $18.73 per hourSalary placement based on qualifications and experience.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
About Us
At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents’ homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.
The Opportunity:
The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals and ensuring that work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition.
What You Will Do:
To serve meals to residents and guests in a professional and courteous manner.
To assist in the set up and preparation for service of various items such as beverages, salads, desserts, etc.
To set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required.
To assist with cleaning of dishware, cutlery at the conclusion of each seating as required.
To assist with maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen and dining area as required.
To assist with catering, and actively participate in special occasions and theme events.
What You Will Need:
Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate
Preference will be given to individuals who have previous experience in the food service industry and working with seniors.
Must possess or be enrolled in Food Service Worker Training Program.
Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.
Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items, and stand/walk for majority of shift.
Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.
Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a criminal background check) or willing to obtain one.
This job posting is for an active, open position, and all applications are reviewed by our team without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Canadian work experience is not required. If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application.
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Responsibilities
The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. They will also assist with dining room setup, clearing tables, and cleaning dishware and kitchen areas.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Food Handler's Certificate and be enrolled in or have completed a Food Service Worker Training Program. The role requires physical ability to lift heavy items and stand for the duration of the shift, along with a clean criminal background check.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Customer service
- Sanitation
- Tray service
- Cleaning
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Time management
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Food & Beverage
- Social Services
Keywords
- Dietary Aide
- Food Handler's Certificate
- Food Service Worker Training Program
- Long term care
- Sanitation
- Customer service
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Criminal background check
- Meal preparation
- Tray service
- Kitchen maintenance
- Catering
- Seniors care
- Person-centered care