Dietary Registration

As a valued member of our culinary team you will assist with plating and serving of meals, and be responsible for cleaning serving areas and equipment.

• Follow established policies, procedures, work systems, and cleaning procedures to meet regulatory requirements
• Ensures food is prepared and served in accordance with health and food guidelines
• Uses all dietary equipment with competence
• Participates in meal presentation
• Works cooperatively with the interdisciplinary team
• Assists in planning and organizing food preparation to ensure all meals and snacks are served on time, at an appropriate temperature, texture, and quantity
• Cleans cares for, and stores equipment properly in designated areas after each use
• Responsible for reporting any required repair work or deficiency in the environment
• Delivers and serves meals according to resident's assessed needs
• Assists with dining room clean-up
• Assists in preparing the food and the environment for all special events
• Must participate on various facility and department committees as required
• Works cooperatively with volunteers and student placements to enhance the scope of the department
• Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently
• Provides input as required and as per resident's likes and dislikes, on menu planning and changes
• Protects own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety
• Follows all roles and responsibilities for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Is competent in the safe use of chemicals (WHMIS guidelines)

What you bring

• Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting the requirements of the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act required.
• 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

Requirements:

• Valid and current Food Handler's Certificate
• CPR
• Vulnerable Sector Check
• 2-Step TB Test (within 12 months), updated 1-Step (within 3 months)
• Proof of Covid Vaccination
• Applicable vaccinations (MMR, varicella, hep B, Tdap)