Dietary Aide

Position: Dietary Aide
Reports to: Food Services Manager
Job Status: Ongoing Part-time or Casual
Location: 435 Dundas Street West in Belleville, Ontario
Pay: $18.52/ hr

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Be responsible for breakfast service, including setting up, preparing, serving, and cleaning up after breakfast.
• Deliver excellent customer service to residents and guests during meal times.
• Serve food and beverages in a friendly and professional manner.
• Set up and clean dining areas before and after meal service.
• Maintain kitchen and dining areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
• Assist with light food preparation and meal assembly under the direction of the cook or Food Services Manager.
• Assist with lunch and dinner meal service as required.
• Perform routine housekeeping and laundry duties as assigned.
• Store and handle equipment safely and report any unsafe or faulty equipment.
• Respect and uphold residents’ privacy, dignity, and rights at all times.
• Interact positively with residents, coworkers, and visitors.
• Respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Food Services Manager or General Manager.

What You Bring to the Table

• Previous experience in food service, dietary services, housekeeping, or laundry is preferred.
• Food Safe Level 1 Certification.
• WHMIS Certification.
• Clear TB Test and Criminal Record Check.
• Physical ability to carry out duties in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Friendly attitude, strong teamwork, and customer service focus.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and multitask.
• Understanding and empathy for the needs of seniors.
• Well-groomed with high standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and infection control procedures.
• Must be free from communicable diseases and allergens that could affect performance.