FMTDAD – Dietary Aide

Position Details

• Position/Status: Dietary Aide – Casual
• Starting Hourly Rate: $26.64 per hour + 4% vacation and 12.5% in lieu of all benefits and paid holidays
• Benefits: All benefits, paid and statutory holidays and vacation entitlements will be provided in accordance with the CUPE 2290 Collective Agreement.
• Hours Include: No Guaranteed Hours
• Department: Social Services

Position Summary

The Dietary Aide is responsible for the safe and effective preparation, delivery and service of meals and nourishments to the residents of Fairmount Home. The Dietary Aide ensures appropriate cleaning and sanitization of all equipment and food service areas. The Dietary Aide will carry out the duties in alignment to the organization's mission, vision and values, and work to further its priorities.

Education and Experience

• Grade 12 diploma; Safe Food Handler Certificate, required
• Successful completion or are enrolled in Food Service Worker Program at a college of applied arts and technology or a career college, required
• Plus one of the following:
  • Completion of an apprenticeship program in the trade of Cook, Institutional Cook or Assistant Cook under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act, 1998, the Ontario College of Trades and Apprenticeship Act, 2009, or the Building Opportunities in the Skilled Trades Act, 2021; or
  • Registered into a training agreement in the trade of Cook, Institutional Cook or Assistant Cook under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act, 1998, the Ontario College of Trades and Apprenticeship Act, 2009 or the Building Opportunities in the Skilled Trades Act, 2021; or
  • Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in the fields of institutional, health care, restaurant or hospitality food service to perform the duties required of the position

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the Gentlecare philosophy
• Demonstrated understanding, acceptance and commitment to promoting the Home's mission, vision and values
• Demonstrated knowledge of all legislation and regulations pertinent to the role as well as an understanding of policies and legislation affecting the department
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to communicate information to a diverse audience base
• Demonstrated professional work ethic and behaviours in interaction with internal and external contacts and the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely with ease and confidence in a professional, consistent and positive manner
• Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills with the ability to function within a fast-paced environment, responding with flexibility to changing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to change within an environment with a continuous process improvement mindset
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player who is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients/residents and the public
• Demonstrated respect for individual differences and competencies and supports equity, diversity and inclusion in organizational functions, priorities, and employee culture
• Demonstrated ability to build resiliency and be aware of own strengths and limitations
• Proven willingness to learn and acquire new information and skills
• Demonstrated commitment to client/resident-centered service/care
• Ability to problem solve using factual information
• Demonstrated basic computer proficiency including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products (Outlook) and the ability to use other software applications applicable to the position (e.g. work order software and patient care software)
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to confidentiality while exhibiting discretion and good judgement
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to health and safety policies, procedures and applicable legislation
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical demands of the position
• Satisfactory Police Record Check – Vulnerable Sector Check

Working Conditions

• Standing or walking for extended periods during a shift
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Bending, lifting, reaching required
• Possible exposure to heat/cold temperatures
• Possible exposure to noise
• Possible exposure to dirt/dust
• Required to work day, evening and/or night shifts

Accommodation

The County of Frontenac is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process and applicants must make their needs known as soon as possible. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide supporting documentation to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided. All accommodation requests are reviewed and implemented in a manner that adhere to the principles of dignity, individualization, inclusion and full participation, collaboration, and privacy.