Dietary Aide - Casual

Position Details

• Union: CUPE 5167 - Lodges
• Close date: 2026-09-23
• Duration: Periodic Posting for upcoming Temporary Part-time Casual on Call vacancies (Sep 25, 2026 - Mar 25, 2027)
• Vacancy type: Used to fill current and future vacancies during posting period
• Department: Healthy & Safe Communities

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully.

Job Summary

Reports to the Director, Food Services at Macassa Lodge or Wentworth Lodge. Performs a variety of food service duties related to the preparation and serving of food at Macassa or Wentworth Lodge.

General Duties

• Load re-therm carts with previously prepared and chilled food such as entrées, vegetables, soups and cereals to be re-thermed.
• Assist in preparation of special functions and non-resident meals.
• Deliver prepared food to serving areas, serve meals.
• Complete resident intake forms as required by Dietitian.
• Prepare and deliver snacks for nourishments including computer documentation.
• Operate, clean and disinfect equipment: gas ovens, convection ovens, grills, institutional dishwasher, steamer, waste-disposal, juice and coffee makers; report malfunctions.
• Set and clear tables.
• Deliver supplies to serving areas and wing kitchenettes.
• Wash and disinfect tables, chairs, cupboards, counters, walls, steam tables, food carts, refrigerators, pots and cooking utensils.
• Train new dietary staff.
• Sweep floors in kitchen, serveries and dining areas.
• Dispose of garbage.
• Work in accordance with applicable Health and Safety legislation and City policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must possess Food Service Worker Certificate from an established or registered private career college in Ontario or be enrolled in the program.
• A post-secondary diploma or degree in Food/Nutrition Management or Food Nutrition or diploma for Cooks/Chefs is an asset.
• Previous experience in preparing and serving food in large-scale and healthcare settings preferred.
• Practical knowledge and skills related to preparing and serving food in institutional or healthcare environment.
• Ability to read and understand instructions and take training.
• Physically capable of lifting/carrying up to 18 kg, pushing/pulling up to 22 kg, standing and walking during shift.
• Self-motivated, able to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Ability to make accurate mental calculations for portions.
• Ability to read menus, policies, procedures, manuals and assignments.
• Ability to write notes on residents' eating habits and audit forms.
• Effective communication skills and a desire to work with the elderly; patient and understanding personality.
• Knowledge of Resident’s Bill of Rights and compliance standards preferred.
• Tuberculosis test and annual flu immunization required.
• Must obtain Food Handlers Certificate/Safety Awareness Program within 60 days of employment and renew every 5 years.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit their application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on September 23rd, 2026.

Internal applicants must apply using their work email address. External applicants are considered only after internal posting is completed. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.