Dietary Support Services Clerk - Food Services
About the role
Company Bio
At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most.
Located on the stunning Bay of Quinte, Belleville blends small-town charm with big-city perks—vibrant dining, festivals, waterfront adventures, scenic trails, and great shopping.
As the largest Quinte Health hospital, Belleville General Hospital (BGH) offers diverse opportunities across medicine, critical care, emergency, surgery, maternal-child care, mental health, rehab, and oncology. We collaborate regionally to provide top-tier care.
At BGH, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and team-driven environment. Newcomers learn from experienced professionals, fostering growth and a shared passion for making a real impact. Come be part of something amazing!
Position Summary
The Dietary Support Services Clerk reports to the Team Leader of Food Services. The Dietary Support Service Clerk is responsible for providing administrative support within the operation of the Food Service Department.
Required
- Grade 12 education.
- Relevant work experience in food service/clerical administration/purchasing.
- Ability to communicate effectively and exercise professionalism with patients, co-workers, supervisors and other stakeholders (e.g. Public Health and various suppliers).
- Ability to work as a team member and adapt to a fast paced environment.
- Current knowledge and experience in use of computers, fax machines, electronic communications and filing.
- Current knowledge of and experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
- Ability to learn new software programs when implemented (with required training).
- Strong communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to function independently and manage numerous interruptions and concurrent tasks while maintaining a positive disposition.
- A demonstrated respect for privacy and confidentiality.
- For internal candidates, disciplinary and attendance records will be considered.
Duties
- Performs clerical functions as required for the Food Service Department (e.g. sending documents via currier, inter-hospital mail, and email and fax) within the required timelines.
- Processes reports utilizing computer software including financial programs, submitting all invoices for products received for all locations, using software from Compass Group all within required timelines.
- Ordering products for Food Service department (which includes 3 locations) using electronic application and applicable software programs.
- Inputs payroll entries and adjustments for the Food Service Department in ESP software.
- Performs scheduling duties and call-ins for replacing staff within the department as per each relevant collective agreement(s).
- Participates in and supports department and other meetings (e.g. meeting minutes) within the hospital as required.
- Orders food and other supplies required for the operations within the Food Service Department, meeting supplier timelines and working with supplier staff to ensure deliveries and product needs for the department are met.
- Maintains Quinte Health policies on behalf of the department and assists in promoting quality assurance & safety.
- On occasion, may be asked to assist with patient order entry at the bedside using an electronic hand-held device.
- Maintains confidentiality for all financial and patient information.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management and/or designate.
Equal Opportunity
We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or humanresources@quintehealth.ca for assistance.
Physical Demands Analysis
Strength
- Required Rarely – lifting average 5-10 pounds’ maximum 15 pounds, carrying, pushing/pulling
Mobility
- Required Occasionally – prolonged sitting
- Required Occasionally – standing and walking on hard surfaces, bending/stooping
Dexterity
- Required Often – prolonged fine finger movements
- Required Frequently – gripping/grasping, eye/hand coordination
- Required Briefly – reaching with both hands
About Quinte Health
Quinte Health provides a wide range of high quality health care services to 160,000 people living in the 7000 square kilometre region of Prince Edward and Hastings Counties and the southeast portion of Northumberland County.
Care is provided through four hospitals - Belleville General Hospital, North Hastings Hospital, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital and Trenton Memorial Hospital - and includes four emergency departments, operating rooms at three sites, a rehabilitation day hospital, children's treatment centre, ambulatory care clinics, community mental health programs and a range of diagnostic services. There are inpatient beds for acute medical patients, intensive care, obstetrics, paediatrics, mental health, complex continuing care, rehabilitation and surgery.
Our 1700 staff members, along with 364 professional staff with privileges including doctors, nurse practitioners and mid-wives, provide primary and secondary patient care. Through partnership and innovation, the teams at the four hospitals of Quinte Health provide exceptional health care services to the residents of the area, close to home.
Our vision over the next five years is to foster healthier, more connected people and communities. We will achieve this by working even more closely between our teams, hospitals and partners to provide care as close to home as possible and to help build a stronger health care system for the future. The pandemic has reinforced the value of teamwork and collaboration, and that we are indeed stronger together. Many of the challenges facing hospitals today can only be solved in true partnership.
Our Values: Imagine it's you, Value everyone, Stronger Together, and We all make a difference.
Dietary Support Services Clerk - Food Services
About the role
Company Bio
At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most.
Located on the stunning Bay of Quinte, Belleville blends small-town charm with big-city perks—vibrant dining, festivals, waterfront adventures, scenic trails, and great shopping.
As the largest Quinte Health hospital, Belleville General Hospital (BGH) offers diverse opportunities across medicine, critical care, emergency, surgery, maternal-child care, mental health, rehab, and oncology. We collaborate regionally to provide top-tier care.
At BGH, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and team-driven environment. Newcomers learn from experienced professionals, fostering growth and a shared passion for making a real impact. Come be part of something amazing!
Position Summary
The Dietary Support Services Clerk reports to the Team Leader of Food Services. The Dietary Support Service Clerk is responsible for providing administrative support within the operation of the Food Service Department.
Required
- Grade 12 education.
- Relevant work experience in food service/clerical administration/purchasing.
- Ability to communicate effectively and exercise professionalism with patients, co-workers, supervisors and other stakeholders (e.g. Public Health and various suppliers).
- Ability to work as a team member and adapt to a fast paced environment.
- Current knowledge and experience in use of computers, fax machines, electronic communications and filing.
- Current knowledge of and experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
- Ability to learn new software programs when implemented (with required training).
- Strong communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to function independently and manage numerous interruptions and concurrent tasks while maintaining a positive disposition.
- A demonstrated respect for privacy and confidentiality.
- For internal candidates, disciplinary and attendance records will be considered.
Duties
- Performs clerical functions as required for the Food Service Department (e.g. sending documents via currier, inter-hospital mail, and email and fax) within the required timelines.
- Processes reports utilizing computer software including financial programs, submitting all invoices for products received for all locations, using software from Compass Group all within required timelines.
- Ordering products for Food Service department (which includes 3 locations) using electronic application and applicable software programs.
- Inputs payroll entries and adjustments for the Food Service Department in ESP software.
- Performs scheduling duties and call-ins for replacing staff within the department as per each relevant collective agreement(s).
- Participates in and supports department and other meetings (e.g. meeting minutes) within the hospital as required.
- Orders food and other supplies required for the operations within the Food Service Department, meeting supplier timelines and working with supplier staff to ensure deliveries and product needs for the department are met.
- Maintains Quinte Health policies on behalf of the department and assists in promoting quality assurance & safety.
- On occasion, may be asked to assist with patient order entry at the bedside using an electronic hand-held device.
- Maintains confidentiality for all financial and patient information.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management and/or designate.
Equal Opportunity
We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or humanresources@quintehealth.ca for assistance.
Physical Demands Analysis
Strength
- Required Rarely – lifting average 5-10 pounds’ maximum 15 pounds, carrying, pushing/pulling
Mobility
- Required Occasionally – prolonged sitting
- Required Occasionally – standing and walking on hard surfaces, bending/stooping
Dexterity
- Required Often – prolonged fine finger movements
- Required Frequently – gripping/grasping, eye/hand coordination
- Required Briefly – reaching with both hands
About Quinte Health
Quinte Health provides a wide range of high quality health care services to 160,000 people living in the 7000 square kilometre region of Prince Edward and Hastings Counties and the southeast portion of Northumberland County.
Care is provided through four hospitals - Belleville General Hospital, North Hastings Hospital, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital and Trenton Memorial Hospital - and includes four emergency departments, operating rooms at three sites, a rehabilitation day hospital, children's treatment centre, ambulatory care clinics, community mental health programs and a range of diagnostic services. There are inpatient beds for acute medical patients, intensive care, obstetrics, paediatrics, mental health, complex continuing care, rehabilitation and surgery.
Our 1700 staff members, along with 364 professional staff with privileges including doctors, nurse practitioners and mid-wives, provide primary and secondary patient care. Through partnership and innovation, the teams at the four hospitals of Quinte Health provide exceptional health care services to the residents of the area, close to home.
Our vision over the next five years is to foster healthier, more connected people and communities. We will achieve this by working even more closely between our teams, hospitals and partners to provide care as close to home as possible and to help build a stronger health care system for the future. The pandemic has reinforced the value of teamwork and collaboration, and that we are indeed stronger together. Many of the challenges facing hospitals today can only be solved in true partnership.
Our Values: Imagine it's you, Value everyone, Stronger Together, and We all make a difference.