Dietary Aide

Role overview

This position is for a dietary aide based at Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre in Sioux Lookout, Ontario. The job is performed entirely at the workplace; remote work is not available.

Language

English is required.

Education

A secondary school graduation certificate is needed.

Experience

Candidates should have 1 year to less than 2 years of relevant experience.

Work setting

• Rural location
• Employer covers relocation costs
• Relocation willingness is expected

Key duties

• Carry clean dishes, cutlery, and other service items to serving stations and arrange tables.
• Wash and disinfect dishwasher mats, carts, and waste containers.
• Clear, wipe, and reset tables, trays, and chairs.
• Run dishwashing equipment to clean dishes, glassware, and cutlery.
• Refill table and service-area condiments and other supplies.
• Scrub pots and pans.
• Portion and package food items.
• Assist customers at counters or buffet-style service areas.
• Restock refrigerators and salad bars.
• Take customer orders.
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen, including worktops, cupboards, storage spaces, appliances, and equipment.
• Manage the storage and handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Receive, unpack, and store supplies in refrigeration, freezing, cupboard, and other storage areas.
• Remove garbage and kitchen waste.
• Sweep, mop, wash, and polish floors.
• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables.

Certifications

• Food Safety Certificate
• Safe Food Handling Certificate
• WHMIS Certificate

Equipment experience

• Conventional oven
• Deep fryer
• Electronic cash register
• Grill

Security and safety

• Criminal record check required

Work conditions and physical demands

• Fast-moving environment
• Physically demanding duties
• Repeated tasks
• Standing for long periods
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong attention to detail

Weight handling

Frequent lifting and handling of items up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).

Personal qualities

• Customer-focused
• Strong interpersonal communication
• Dependable
• Works well in a team
• Able to manage multiple tasks
• Shows initiative
• Reliable
• Positive attitude

Benefits

Health benefits: dental coverage, disability coverage, health care plan, paramedical services coverage, and vision care benefits.

Financial benefits: compensation as per collective agreement, bonus, group insurance, life insurance, and pension plan.

Long-term benefits: long-term care insurance, maternity and parental benefits.

Other benefits: employer-paid training, parking availability, travel insurance, and wellness program.

Employment equity and workplace inclusion

The employer supports equal opportunity hiring and offers workplace support for people with disabilities, newcomers and refugees, youth, Indigenous workers, mature workers, and visible minorities. This includes accessible accommodations, mentorship and coaching, cross-cultural and awareness training, support with foreign credential recognition, Indigenous community engagement, Elder support access, phased retirement and re-entry options, and inclusive hiring practices.

Additional information

This role is in a rural setting and includes employer-covered relocation costs. The work is on-site only and must be completed at the physical workplace.