Dietary Aide - Toronto, Canada - Lumacare

Lumacare

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Client & Family-Centered Care Is At The Heart of Everything We Do At Lumacare Lumacare believes Client and Family-Centered Care is based on a philosophy of care, treatment and support that empowers Clients to be active and knowledgeable partners in their health care.

Whether you join Lumacare in a client facing role, in a leadership capacity, or in a support position, it is essential that every member of our team is passionate about promoting and protecting Client and Family-Centered Care.

As a Dietary Aide at our Adult Day Programs, you will play a vital role in ensuring our clients receive balanced, nutritious, and diverse meals in accordance with best practices set forth by the Canadian Institute of Food Safety.

You will also be responsible for creating monthly menus, managing food budgets, and maintaining food and supply inventory. Your role is integral to promoting a culture of safety, quality care, and continuous improvement in our programs.

Primary Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the Team Lead to create menus
Collect receipts and manage food budget
Order balanced meals following Canada's Food Guide and dietary requirements
Maintain a list of client allergies and dietary restrictions
Receive and inspect food orders
Set up the dining area, including linens, chair covers, place settings, and utensils
Prepare food, including coffee/tea, snacks, and main meals
Plate food according to IPAC guidelines
Adhere to WHMIS guidelines for safe food handling
Ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment, utensils, and work areas
Assist with postlunch snacks
Keep track of client food preferences, allergies, and intolerances
Check food before serving to clients
Control and minimize food waste

Administrative Tasks:

Maintain kitchen inventory of supplies
Enforce appropriate procedures
Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized
Attend other duties as required, such as monthly staff meetings
Mentor and provide guidance to volunteers, students, or assisting staff on food handling safety procedures
Monitor fridge/freezer temperatures
Follow IPAC procedures and Canadian Institute of Food Safety guidelines
Complete other activities as required, such as preparation for special events and virtual cooking classes if funded

Performs all other duties as required:

Maintain knowledge and enforce appropriate policies and procedures related to quality and health and safety standards
Maintain and ensure a safe and orderly work area
Ensure program environmental and facility needs are met

EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Experience: 34 years of food service or restaurant experience required
Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitization practices
Post-

Secondary Education:
Culinary certification or degree from a culinary school preferred

Current First AID & CPR Certification is required
Crisis Prevention Intervention, and Food Handlers' certificate is preferred
Current Vulnerable Sector Police check completed within last 12 months is required
Familiarity in the use of Computers, Email, and Internet
This position requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 and you must provide Lumacare with proof of vaccination prior to employment

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: