Dietary Aide (DA) - Part-time (PT) - Limestone Ridge

Dietary Aide

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our culinary team you will assist with plating and serving of meals. and will be responsible for cleaning serving areas, as well as equipment. While following established policies, procedures and standards. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.

This position is for our 192 bed at Limestone Ridge  Home, located in Kingston, Ontario.

Available opportunities include Part-Time/Days/Evenings/Weekends

What you’ll be doing

• Serves food to residents according to individual diets and preferences. Observes time limits for meal serving.  Maintains foods at proper serving temperature. 
• Assists Cooks to clean and prepare such uncooked food as salads, vegetables, and fruits. Follow basic instructions in preparing such simple foods as breakfast items, basic desserts, and garnishes. 
• Clears plates and trays, loads, and operates dishwasher. Cleans pots, pans, and cooking utensils as per procedure. 
• Participates in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers. 
• Adheres to established departmental policies, procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment, and infection control. 
• Assemble nourishment carts. Stocks unit kitchenettes. 
• Participates in facility meetings as assigned.  Attends in-service education programs. 
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. 

What you bring

• Current Food Handler`s Certificate 
• Previous dietary experience preferred in LTC (Long Term Care) Home 0-1 year(s). 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to read and write English as well as to understand simple verbal and written instructions in English. 
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures. 
• Must be able to do moderate to heavy lifting. 
• Successful candidates must be available to work - days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays. 

What you’ll get

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities 
• Employee Perks
• Recognition Programs  
• Robust benefits package 

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 senior care and living centers as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 team members is united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

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Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.