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 in scenic Quinte West, along the stunning Bay of Quinte, Trenton Memorial Hospital (TMH) serves a vibrant community rich in outdoor adventures, festivals, and family-friendly activities. As the regional hub for ophthalmology, we offer 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient services, day surgeries, and a full range of outpatient diagnostics and specialty clinics.
At TMH, our dedicated team of healthcare professionals treats patients like family, delivering exceptional care with skill, compassion, and unwavering loyalty. Join us and be part of something truly special!
Required
- Grade 12 education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have a valid Food Handlers Certificate, from Public Health. One-day online course (https://ingoodhands.ca)
- Good understanding of Food and Nutrition and are able to follow recipes, measurement and portion control.
- Must be able to withstand temperatures of 8-13 degrees Celsius for periods of 2 hours.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with management, clients, suppliers and co-workers.
- Must be able to work with minimum supervision and accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a polite, spirit of service attitude towards co-workers and patients. Must have good writing skills to complete documentation that is part of Food Handling (HACCP) guidelines, file and maintain records for reference for management and or inspectors., and complete food orders/supplies to maintain the department.
- Must have the ability to operate fax machines, printers, phone lines and all other office-type equipment (ie tablets and other computer devices).
- Must have the experience and knowledge to work with and answer questions, and take corrective actions with Local Public Health Representatives.
- Must be able to work independently and with a team.
- Must have satisfactory work performance in the present position.
- Must be flexible and adapt easily to changes in scheduled hours, work assignments, environment, and style of service.
- Must be able to adjust to a forever-changing environment.
- Must successfully complete the required training program within the defined probationary period.
- Ability to successfully be mask fit tested.
Duties
- Provides complete food service functions for clients including food preparation, restocking supplies, and cleaning dining, cooking areas and equipment.
- Prepares, disassembles, restocks and cleans the tray line for food assembly operations and all other areas within the department, including dish machine and removable of waste.
- Assemble patient trays according to established time frames and all NFS department/Public Health policies, in safe food handling.
- Working with other inter-professionals/delivery personnel/ suppliers/office and clerical staff.
- Complete all housekeeping tasks including using housekeeping-type equipment i.e.: vacuums /mops/floor machines etc.
- Performs all work in accordance with Public Health (safe food handling) Quinte Health policies and procedures and requirements including WHMIS, Provincial and local regulatory agencies for Quality Assurance & Safety.
- Other duties as assigned.
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
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Required Occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds.
Mobility
-
Required Constantly – standing.
-
Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping.
-
Required Occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling.
-
Required Rarely – balancing, climbing.
Dexterity
- Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion.
- Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down).
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.
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 in scenic Quinte West, along the stunning Bay of Quinte, Trenton Memorial Hospital (TMH) serves a vibrant community rich in outdoor adventures, festivals, and family-friendly activities. As the regional hub for ophthalmology, we offer 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient services, day surgeries, and a full range of outpatient diagnostics and specialty clinics.
At TMH, our dedicated team of healthcare professionals treats patients like family, delivering exceptional care with skill, compassion, and unwavering loyalty. Join us and be part of something truly special!
Required
- Grade 12 education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have a valid Food Handlers Certificate, from Public Health. One-day online course (https://ingoodhands.ca)
- Good understanding of Food and Nutrition and are able to follow recipes, measurement and portion control.
- Must be able to withstand temperatures of 8-13 degrees Celsius for periods of 2 hours.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with management, clients, suppliers and co-workers.
- Must be able to work with minimum supervision and accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a polite, spirit of service attitude towards co-workers and patients. Must have good writing skills to complete documentation that is part of Food Handling (HACCP) guidelines, file and maintain records for reference for management and or inspectors., and complete food orders/supplies to maintain the department.
- Must have the ability to operate fax machines, printers, phone lines and all other office-type equipment (ie tablets and other computer devices).
- Must have the experience and knowledge to work with and answer questions, and take corrective actions with Local Public Health Representatives.
- Must be able to work independently and with a team.
- Must have satisfactory work performance in the present position.
- Must be flexible and adapt easily to changes in scheduled hours, work assignments, environment, and style of service.
- Must be able to adjust to a forever-changing environment.
- Must successfully complete the required training program within the defined probationary period.
- Ability to successfully be mask fit tested.
Duties
- Provides complete food service functions for clients including food preparation, restocking supplies, and cleaning dining, cooking areas and equipment.
- Prepares, disassembles, restocks and cleans the tray line for food assembly operations and all other areas within the department, including dish machine and removable of waste.
- Assemble patient trays according to established time frames and all NFS department/Public Health policies, in safe food handling.
- Working with other inter-professionals/delivery personnel/ suppliers/office and clerical staff.
- Complete all housekeeping tasks including using housekeeping-type equipment i.e.: vacuums /mops/floor machines etc.
- Performs all work in accordance with Public Health (safe food handling) Quinte Health policies and procedures and requirements including WHMIS, Provincial and local regulatory agencies for Quality Assurance & Safety.
- Other duties as assigned.
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 Occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds.
Mobility
-
Required Constantly – standing.
-
Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping.
-
Required Occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling.
-
Required Rarely – balancing, climbing.
Dexterity
- Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion.
- Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down).
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.