Food Services Attendant - Markham, Canada - Markham Stouffville Hospital Corporation

Markham Stouffville Hospital Corporation

Verified Company

Markham, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

Land Acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island.

The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial.

This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

COVID Statement

Who you are:

You are an innovative and patient centered individual who provides excellence within their profession

You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

You have vision, flexibility, transparency, honesty and practicality

You are organized, accurate, able to multi task and meet deadlines

You support the patient experience, your colleagues and others cultural and spiritual beliefs

You encompass Oak Valley Health's core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and Courage

What we are looking for:

The Food Services Attendant plays a vital role in patient satisfaction related to meals through the Burlodge system.

Your major responsibilities will include:
Providing excellent customer service to patients through meal selection, preparation and delivery
Production/ portioning/preparing /labeling of food products for patient meals and nourishments
Assembling patient meals according to patient diets
Collecting food items from fridges and freezers according to meal tally's
Delivery of meals and pick up of soiled trays on patient units
Working in dishroom, strip trays, empty garbage, clean and maintain garburator
Active participation in health and safety and quality control activities of the department, e.g. taking temperatures of equipment and food, following food safety regulations, using proper personal protective equipment as needed
Providing excellent service to patients and customers by following scripting and Key words according to department standards
Ensuring your work area and equipment are tidy, clean and sanitary
Following department policies, procedures and kitchen standards at all times

Physical Demands:

Continuous bending, lifting, reaching and standing for long periods during the shift
Extensive walking
Pushing patient food carts through hallways and patient units
Fast pace work environment
Exposure to heat and cold i.e. walk in fridges and freezers

What you bring to the role:
Current Food Handlers Certification through the local health unit or equivalent REQUIRED.
Minimum Grade 10 education or equivalent
Strong customer service skills; previous related food service experience is preferred
Proficient computer skills; previous experience with hand held tablet devices is a definite asset
Evidence of good initiative and problem solving
Strong communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, organizational and prioritizing skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a member of the team
Demonstrated good attendance and work performance record with the ability to maintain these same standards
Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with Organization related policies health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:

Compensation:

CU01:
$21.75-$23.73/hour

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario's leading community healthcare organizations.

Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 435,000 patients each year.

We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children's services.

We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 526 physicians, 28 midwives, 2,400 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond.

We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Are you ready to join us?

Oak Valley Health Diversity Statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada's most diverse communities.

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, gene