Dietary Aide - Rideaucrest Home, Regular Part-time
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Food Services Supervisor and Nutrition Supervisor/Registered Dietitian, the Dietary Aide will respond to the established resident's nutrition care needs and provide safe, nutritious food to residents, delivered in a clean home-like setting. Responsible for maintaining kitchen and dish area cleanliness.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for preparing and portioning meals according to nutritional care plans and resident preferences for all meal services using the approved posted menus;
Maintain cleaning and sanitation standards in serveries, dining area, dish room and kitchen area. Ensure all dishes, pots and pans are washed and sanitized properly;
Receive kitchen deliveries and verify all orders for correct quantities and quality;
Rotate and store inventory;
Complete required documentation (cleaning and food temperature) as stipulated through policies & procedures of the department, Rideaucrest and the Ministry Of Health Standards.
Assist with catering as required;
Actively promote and follow safe work practices and ensure accident prevention and health and safety responsibilities are fully met by self and others;
Maintain resident confidentiality;
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Competencies
Grade 12 diploma or equivalent education;
Six (6) months experience as a server in a health care setting, food service, or hospitality industry;
Preference given to candidates who have successfully completed the Food Service Worker certification;
Consideration given to candidates who are enrolled in the Food Service Worker program and can successfully complete the program within specified time frame;
Ability to read and understand recipes and quantities of ingredients;
Must demonstrate corporate competencies of Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity and Teamwork.
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Understand the importance of nutrition, sanitation, safety, and hygiene;
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to multitask to meet resident needs;
Demonstrate good writing skills and with the ability to follow both verbal and written directions;
Strong organization skills and ability to work with minimal supervision;
Must wear appropriate uniform, footwear, and head cover;
Able to perform the essential duties of the job such as standing and walking short distances for lengthy periods of time and maneuvering dish trays and equipment;
Must exercise caution and safe work habits at all times, tolerate noisy environments and withstand warm temperatures;
Demonstrate compassion in a courteous, caring and respectful manner towards residents, staff and visitors at all times;
Proof of recent screening for Tuberculosis (TB);
Proof of immunity to communicable diseases;
Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check, including vulnerable sector.