Food Service Worker - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Opening

CUPE 1263

Job Title:

Food Service Worker (16) LH-DA20
Job Opening Id:
37986
# Required:
1
Business Unit:
Community Services
Division:
Long Term Care Homes
Location:
Linhaven Home
Standard Hours:

/ week
Full/Part Time:

Part-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Temporary
Salary Grade:
9
Salary Range:

- $ $ 24.34
Post Date:

Close Date:

Division:

Long Term Care Homes

Important Notices & Amendments:

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees

Important Notices & Amendments:

_The Job description and details of the posting were updated on November 24, 2023._

Applicants currently enrolled in an approved Food Service Worker certificate program are encouraged to apply. They will be considered for a FSW I position should there not be any fully qualified applicants in the file. FSW I applicants will be awarded the position under the FSW I pay grade and afforded up to 3 years to become fully qualified as a condition of offer._

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides resident-focused food service in the Long Term Care Home, including: preparation of resident meals and snacks; distribution and service of resident meals; receiving, storing and managing the inventory of resident food and food service supplies; daily cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, utensils and equipment used for resident meal preparation, delivery and service; operation of equipment; as well as other related duties as required for compliance and the efficient operation of the home.

Works according to all applicable standards, acts and governing bodies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, plus completion of a Food Service Worker program, a Food & Nutrition Management diploma or degree, Assistant Cook, Cook, or Institutional Cook certification program, or, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience as permitted by the applicable legislation/Act
If currently enrolled in an accepted program (i.e. Food Service Worker, Assistant Cook, Cook, Institutional Cook), completion within the timeframe prescribed by legislation/Act
A current Safe Food Handling Certificate as required by legislation/Act

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

Up to 1 month of current related experience, preferably in a long term care geriatric setting
Knowledge of kitchen operating procedures, food storage and safekeeping
Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, legislation, regulations, guidelines and best practices applicable to the longterm care sector

SKILLS: