Dietary Aide Job Halifax area,Nova Scotia Canada,Healthcare

Job Number: J

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Dietary Aide Job Category:
Food & Dining Services (Server, Cook, Dishwasher, Dietary Aide) Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Work Location:

Arborstone Enhanced Care Number of Positions: 1

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Dietary Aide to join our Arborstone Enhanced Care team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

Approximate hourly wage: $18.47 - $18.77

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program

Life, travel, and other insurances

Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan

Pension plan

Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance

Free onsite parking

Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our Work Perks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events

Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

Consistently ensures food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet established department standards. Ensures meals are attractive, the correct temperature and portion size, and that service is timely

Follows production sheets to guide food preparation and assist with cost control

Stays up to date with the specific needs of each resident e.g. diet restrictions, allergies and special requests/accommodations.

Stays up to date with daily changes related to menus and/or residents.

Familiarizes self with the specific needs of each client e.g. diet restrictions, allergies and special requests/accommodations

Assists with the process for checking and receiving of deliveries and inventory control. Ensures all supplies are stored, labelled, and rotated properly

Makes sure that the Servery and dining room appearance meets set standards for cleanliness, organization and set up prior to meal service.

Processes pots, pans, and dishware and maintains sanitation dishwasher and dish sinks according to established and required cleaning guidelines.

Immediately reports any equipment temperature issues to manager and takes corrective action as necessary.

Participates in the client and employee incident reporting and investigation process as required

Reports areas and equipment in need of repair to the maintenance department

Ensures kitchen appearance meets established standards for cleanliness and organization

Additional duties as assigned

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

A high-school diploma or GED

Proof of Food Safety Certification required

Experience in a kitchen setting is considered an asset.

Previous experience in working with the elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment considered an asset

Bilingualism in English and French considered an asset

First Aid and CPR certification considered an asset

Ability to work flexible hours and shifts (including weekends and holidays)

Strong customer service skills and a passion for serving seniors

Experience in the culinary field and are familiar with preparing plates for clients

A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

Apply today to join the Shannex team of Great People!

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