Job Description The Dietary Aide supports the dietary team in serving and providing nutritious, appealing meals to residents in accordance with individual dietary needs and preferences. This position plays a key role in meal service, food preparation, and maintaining a clean, safe food service environment. The Dietary Aide ensures that mealtimes are dignified, timely, and enjoyable for all residents. Key Responsibilities: Serve food and beverages to residents according to individual diets, textures, and preferences. Ensure meals are served within established time frames and at proper serving temperatures. Set and clear tables in the dining room for meal service. Assist cooks with basic food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, and cutting fruits and vegetables, preparing salads, and simple breakfast items or desserts. Follow standardized recipes and instructions for basic food preparation tasks. Clear dishes and trays from dining areas; load and operate the dishwasher; clean and sanitize pots, pans, and utensils according to procedures. Label, date, and properly store leftover foods and dietary supplies. Participate in routine cleaning and sanitation of kitchen and service areas. Assemble nourishment carts and deliver them as required. Stock unit kitchenettes and maintain appropriate inventory levels. Adhere to departmental policies and procedures, including those related to food safety, infection prevention and control, environmental safety, fire regulations, and quality assurance. Attend staff meetings and participate in in-service education sessions as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned by the Support Services Supervisor or designate. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Current Food Handler’s Certification is an asset. Previous experience in a dietary or food service role, preferably in a long-term care or healthcare setting, is an asset. Knowledge of infection control, safe food handling, and WHMIS procedures. Ability to follow instructions, work in a team environment, and communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff. Physical ability to meet the demands of the job, including standing for long periods, lifting up to 40 lbs, and performing repetitive tasks. Time Type: Part time When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes. Our Mission “Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance. Our Vision Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Our Values At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us. Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations. Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents. Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others. Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers. Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication. Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.
