dietary aide

Posted on June 06, 2025 by Employer details Wendat Community Programs

Job details

*Job Title:* Part Time Casual Dietary Aide *Supervised by:* Director Seniors Services *Qualifications:* * Students welcome. * Eligible to work in Canada. * Fully vaccinated against COVID-19. * Community college diploma in a related field or culinary school an asset. * 3-5 years or more of experience with commercial/institutional cooking. * Current safe food handling certificate. * Basic computer skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple, diverse tasks. * Proficiency in both official languages an asset. *Hours of Work: * Shifts are typically worked between 10 am and 6 pm, 365 days per year. Specific shifts will be assigned by the supervisor and will include days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays. *Agency Responsibilities:* * This position will have access to a minimal amount of confidential information about employees plus some personal information about clients. Ensures at all times, the confidentiality of this information. * Conducts all matters in a professional manner, demonstrating ordinary courtesy and respect, particularly during regular contact with clients and persons external to the organization. * Conducts all matters in a punctual and responsible manner. * Works co-operatively with all staff, exhibiting courtesy and respect. * Exhibits trustworthy behaviour in matters related to agency resources and property. * Maintains accurate and up-to-date records as required by the agency. * Participates in staff meetings, training opportunities and agency committees. * Other duties as assigned by the Director Seniors Services or Coordinator of Care. *Specific Responsibilities:* * Work cooperatively with external representatives such as suppliers of food, kitchen equipment and public health. * Post the daily meal menu. * Follow the recipe/instruction book to coincide with the menu plans. * Rotate menu plans according to the seasons and client preferences. * Prepare and serve appetizing meals, on time, according to the program schedule. * Prepare sufficient quantities to allow for a few unexpected guests, accidents (plates dropped) and some to freeze for take home meals. * Keep the servery full (muffins, cereals, bread, yogurt, cookies, fresh fruit, milk, juice, coffee, tea, etc). * Listen to client concerns and suggestions regarding the meals/snacks and adjust accordingly. * Ensure food waste and spoilage is kept to a minimum. * Store food to ensure nutritional value is maximized. * Keep a record of menus and the number of meals served at each sitting. * Record the names of each client attending a meal and ensure it is entered in the client database. * Keep the kitchen and all related equipment clean and in good working order. * Report any damage or non-working equipment to the Director or Coordinator. * Responsible for all clean-up after meals including the recycling area and putting out the garbage. * Complete all kitchen cleaning checklists ? daily, weekly and monthly. * Set kitchen laundry out for night housekeepers to do. * Assist with orientation and training of new staff. * Other duties as assigned by the Director or Coordinator. Job Types: Part-time, Casual Pay: $17.20-$17.87 per hour Schedule: * Day shift * Weekends as needed Application question(s): * Are you fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and willing to provide your proof of vaccination? Work Location: In person