Dietary Aide - Toronto, Canada - Extendicare

Extendicare

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Job Description:

The incumbent will report to the Manager, Food Services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow and meet all predetermined work routine and schedules
Provide meal service according to resident plan of care for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Prepare and deliver nourishment
Prepare tables and serving areas for meal services
Carry out all other job related duties that contribute to the team approach of resident care as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor or Dietitian.
Address all concerns/inquiries from residents
Ensure meals are served on time and within Villa Colombo guidelines
Follow each resident plan of care and communicate any discrepancies to Manager/Supervisor and/or Registered Dietician in a prompt manner
Ensure work area meets all health and safety standards

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Ontario College Certificate that is approved by the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Training
Excellent organizational, observational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong documentation skills
Ability to Multitask and Prioritize
Ability to demonstrate positive and pleasant demeanor and able to handle difficult situations in a professional manner
Strong attention to detail
Ability to articulate and demonstrate resident safety strategies
Ability to interact with seniors including those that are cognitively impaired
Works independently as well as within a team
Demonstrates skill in managing aggressive behaviour using client centered approach
Ability to speak Italian an asset
Completed an approved Food Service Worker program or be enrolled in an approved Food Service Worker program at the time of hire.
Minimum of 2 years experience in a food service environment
Food service workers with institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality food service experience (in place of the identified educational/training requirements) to allow them to perform the duties required of the position may be considered.
Mature, responsible and organized individual capable of performing duties as assigned.
Experience and knowledge of safe food handling techniques.
Possesses physical strength required for the position
Able to work shifts and weekends as required