Dietary Aide Weekends ONLY

Deliver food carts, meal trays, and supplies to designated areas throughout the facility.

Collect food carts, trays, dishes, and utensils following meal service.

Strip and clean trays and dining room tables.

Assist in maintaining a pleasant, clean, and organized dining environment.

Support positive interactions with residents, families, visitors, and team members during meal service.

Supervise and support residents during meals in shared dining spaces, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and positive dining experience.

Observe any reported changes in residents' appetite, eating patterns, swallowing difficulties, or concerns to nursing staff.

Operate dishwashing equipment according to established procedures.

Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment, work surfaces, and food preparation areas.

Participate in departmental cleaning schedules and sanitation programs.

Ensure compliance with food safety, infection prevention, and workplace safety standards.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of storage areas, workstations, and service areas.

Dispose of waste and recycling according to organizational procedures.

Record daily temperatures of all dishwashers; wash and rinse cycles

Maintain monthly cleaning and kitchen duties schedules; sign off when completed.

Stock shelves, refrigerators, and storage areas as required.

Assist with receiving, storing, rotating, and organizing food and supplies.

Report shortages, damaged products, or equipment concerns to the appropriate supervisor.

Support efforts to minimize waste and ensure proper food handling practices.

Ensure correct labeling of food items and leftovers.

Follow the first-in-first-out rule to ensure correct rotation of food items.

Document spoiled foods and wastage to monitor inventory.

Work collaboratively with Food Services Department team members and other departments.

Follow oral and written instructions accurately and efficiently.

Demonstrate flexibility in performing assigned duties and learning new tasks.

Participate in orientation, training, and educational opportunities as required.

Report equipment concerns, food shortages, safety hazards, and incidents promptly.

Be respectful of your fellow workers

Take part in department quality control audits and procedures

Assisting in the training of department staff and students.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required:

Grade 12 education or equivalent.

First aid in choking (obtained internally within organizational timelines).

Preferred:

Recent Food Safety Training or equivalent food safety certification

Additional food service, hospitality, or dietary training.

Previous experience in institutional, healthcare, long-term care, hospitality, or commercial food service environments.

Shift work, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift.

Ability to safely handle and transport food service supplies, meal trays, and equipment using appropriate lifting techniques and assistive devices as required.

Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and repetitive movements.

Ability to work safely while handling food service equipment and supplies.

Ability to maintain attention to detail while working in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to prioritize tasks and complete work within established timelines.

Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accuracy.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.

Frequent interaction with older adults, including those living with dementia and other cognitive impairments.

Exposure to kitchen environments including varying temperatures.

Exposure to cleaning and sanitation products.

Exposure to dishwashing equipment, food service equipment, and hot surfaces.

Work performed throughout the Food Services Department and various service areas within the facility.

The Dietary Aide maintains positive and professional working relationships with:

Residents and families

Food Services Department team members

Nursing and clinical staff

Environmental Services staff

Leadership team members

Volunteers, visitors, and community partners

Teamwork, communication, and mutual respect are essential to providing exceptional resident care and service.

Resident-Centered Service

Teamwork and Collaboration

Food Safety and Sanitation

Accountability

Communication

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Professionalism

Time Management

Continuous Learning