Dietary Aide / Relief Cook

Position Details

• Job Title: Dietary Aide/Relief Cook (Part-Time)
• Posting Number: 2026-106
• Vacancy: Existing Vacancy
• Hours of Work: Days, evenings, and weekends – up to 12 hours as scheduled
• Salary: Dietary Aide: $24.52 to $27.79 per hour; Relief Cook: $25.63 to $29.36 per hour
• Primary Location: The John M. Parrott Centre, Greater Napanee
• Closing Date: October 30, 2026

Why Work With Us

We believe in empowering people to live their best lives – not only the people in the communities we serve, but also our employees. Your work will have a meaningful impact in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals and families flourish. We prioritize workplace well-being, continuous growth, and a culture where every employee feels valued and inspired.

The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state-of-the-art, 168-bed long-term care home located in the Town of Greater Napanee. We offer free parking, a safe work environment, and advanced technology to support our staff. We are working towards becoming an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization.

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Food Service Supervisor, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to enhance the well-being of the individuals and communities we serve. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare menu items following recipes, menus, therapeutic diets, production sheets, and departmental procedures.
• Operate commercial equipment safely.
• Portion food requirements for each RHA, rotate stock, and plan the utilization of leftover foods.
• Follow all Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and sanitation practices to ensure food safety.
• In the absence of the Manager/Supervisor, direct staff as needed and oversee and train dietary staff.
• Portion and serve correct meals to residents and guests.
• Set and clear tables and keep work areas, the dining room, and other departmental areas clean and sanitized.
• Assist in the dishwashing process and prepare and set up daily nourishments.
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all Public Health and Ministry of Health Dietary Compliance Standards.
• Function effectively and contribute positively to the Dietary Services Team.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for helping people live their best lives and brings:

• A current Safe Food Service Worker Certificate, and current enrollment in or enrollment within three months of the start date in a Food Service Worker Certificate Program at a college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002, or a Food Service Worker program provided by a Registered Private Career College and approved by the Superintendent of Private Career Colleges under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005.
• Alternatively, preference will be given to applicants who have completed chef training or a culinary management diploma from a program that meets the standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities. Preference will be given to those who possess a Red Seal Designation.
• A current Safe Food Handler Certificate.
• A secondary school graduation diploma (preferred) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Previous experience as a cook is required; experience as a food server in a dining room setting is an asset.
• Experience operating large quantities of kitchen equipment safely.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds, stand, walk, and bend for the entire shift, as this is a very physically demanding job.
• Understanding of the special needs of the senior population.
• Patience and tact in daily tasks involving residents, guests, and staff.
• Good physical health, a clean and neat appearance, and excellent personal hygiene.
• Ability to give direction to other team members.
• Satisfactory attendance record, subject to the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Additional Information

The John M. Parrott Centre is considered rural; therefore, new graduates could qualify for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Through our partnership with Nipissing University, we support Registered Practical Nurses pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through part-time, blended learning.

The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, creating workplaces that welcome, value, and respect the diversity of employees and support them to actively engage in the workplace and reach their full potential.

Accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process, and we encourage applicants to access supports that may be needed. To request an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants advancing to the next stages of the recruitment process will be provided with additional opportunities to make their needs known.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.