Food Services Aide

Job summary

Prepare and portion food according to production orders and dietary requirements, serve clients courteously, and maintain food service supplies and equipment. Clean and sanitize kitchen and dining areas while following food safety, infection control, occupational safety, and Kashruth standards.

Job details

Baycrest Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Food Service Aide Food and nutrition Services Posting Number: 10271 Position Type: On-Call / Casual Union: SEIU Service Hourly Pay Rate: $27.06 - $27.62 Date Posted: About Us Baycrest Hospital and the Apotex Jewish Home for the Aged provide specialized geriatric care for older adults with complex medical, cognitive and dementia-related needs. As Canada’s only health system fully dedicated to aging and brain health, we bring together compassionate care, clinical excellence and leading expertise in dementia care, cognitive health and seniors’ wellness. Our integrated continuum — spanning hospital care, long-term care and community-based seniors’ services — ensures every older adult benefits from evidence-based practice, geriatric medicine and a team deeply experienced in aging and brain-health care. Job Summary The Food and Nutrition Services Department at Baycrest provides service to clients in the Baycrest Hospital, the Apotex Jewish Home for the Aged, and the Mountainview and Freeman Day Centre. Our vision is to provide safe, appetizing food of optimum nutritional quality to facilitate an enjoyable mealtime experience for patients, residents, staff and visitors in compliance with the Jewish laws of Kashruth. This position is a key and integral part of the resident experience. Key Responsibilities Performs basic food preparation functions including portioning food accurately and in accordance with production orders Performs daily practices utilizing safe and high-quality standards for patients/clients Maintains supplies and equipment including the nourishment cart Serves clients in a courteous and engaging manner Cleans and sanitize kitchen and dining area Adheres to food handling methods according to established standards of sanitation, infection control and safety in accordance with Ministry of Health Long Term Care Standards, The Occupational Health and Safety Act and departmental policies and Kosher Laws Serves food to clients according to therapeutic diets and preferences May need to lift and carry heavy objects, and to withstand long periods of walking, standing and frequent bending and twisting May need to steer and manipulate large and small food wagons through congested areas Participates in training that supports the resident experience (e.g. Gentle Persuasive Approach) Other duties assigned by management May need to work in cool temperature for a prolonged period of time Qualifications High school completion or equivalent required Current Food Handlers Certification in accordance with Public Health required 1 year previous experience in an institutional, healthcare, restaurant, or hospitality food service environment; or a combination of a Food Service Worker Certificate and experience is preferred Previous experience working with the elderly is an asset Good knowledge of general food service equipment, sanitation Ability to organize time, set priorities and to multitask in order to meet various competing work and deadlines. Knowledge of Kashruth laws and practices is an asset Sensitivity to cultural needs Demonstrated customer service skills Effective oral and written communication skills in English Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team

What you’ll do

Prepare and portion food according to production orders and dietary requirements, serve clients courteously, and maintain food service supplies and equipment. Clean and sanitize kitchen and dining areas while following food safety, infection control, occupational safety, and Kashruth standards.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent and a current Food Handler certification are required. The role prefers one year of relevant food service experience or a combination of a Food Service Worker certificate and experience; strong communication, organization, customer service, and teamwork skills are also needed.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food Preparation
• Food Portioning
• Food Safety
• Sanitation
• Infection Control
• Customer Service
• Food Service Equipment
• Time Management
• Prioritization
• Multitasking
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Therapeutic Diets
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Kashruth Practices

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Customer Service & Support
• Security & Safety

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