Hiring Dietary Aides - Kincardine, Canada - FirstLight Home Care Canada
Description
FirstLight Home Care is actively seeking Dietary Aides (DAs) for immediate placement in a Long Term Care and/or Retirement Home Setting in Kincardine, Ontario. This presents an outstanding opportunity for professional growth with a flexible schedule. We hire those who have integrity, a great capacity for compassion and empathy, and who value a rewarding career. We look for individuals who can help make everyday activities easier for our clients, and who have a genuine desire to enrich the lives of others and make the world a better place
Exciting opportunities await in Kincardine, Ontario, with availability for all shift lines (Days, Evenings, and Overnights).
Key Responsibilities
- To serve meals to residents and guests in a professional and courteous manner;
- To assist in the set up and preparation for service of various items such as beverages, salads, desserts, etc.
- To set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required;
- To assist with cleaning of dishware, cutlery at the conclusion of each seating as required;
- To assist with maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen and dining area as required;
- To assist with catering, and actively participate in special occasions and theme events;
- To assist in the orientation and training of new dietary employees;
- To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;
- To comply with all provincial regulations and established department policies and procedures;
- To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
- To attend inservice training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;
- To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place;
- To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
- To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
- To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity
- To complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate
- Preference will be given to individuals who have previous experience in the food service industry and working with seniors
- Must possess or be enrolled in Food Service Worker Training Program
- Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
- Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand/walk for majority of shift
- Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.
- Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual
Salary:
$18.00-$23.00 per hour
Expected hours:
per week
Benefits:
- Onsite parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kincardine, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Personal Support Worker Certification (preferred)
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