Food Production Worker II - Nutrition & Food Services (197126)
Food Production Worker II - Nutrition & Food Services (197126)
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Job Description
Req ID: 197126
Location: WesternZoneQueens General Hospital
Department: NFS Patient Food QGH
Type of Employment: CasualCasual Relief(3%) x 1
SupportPosition
Posting Closing Date: 3-Jun-25
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. Were on a mission to achieve excellence in health healing and learning through working together which is reflected in the hospitals health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic tertiary and quaternary care as well as continuing care primary health care public health and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators collaborators and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore discover and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
Responsible to and under the direction of the Food Service Supervisor the Food Production Worker is responsible for performing routine assigned duties in meal preparation heating/reheating of food meal service cafeteria and catering service and cleaning related to providing quality safe and nutritious food as per the food service model to the patients clients and customers of the facility/community.
The Food Production Worker may work in a rural setting where the Food Service Supervisor is accessible (via phone or email) but not physically available. The Food Production Worker will exhibit sound professional judgment and independent thought while working within the framework of the organization.
The Food Production Worker ensures that the principles and practices that guide the NSHA such as the mission vision values expected behaviors the leadership philosophy organizational health population health ethics safety quality partnerships and inter-professional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Grade XII or equivalent
- Minimum one (1) year experience in cooking and food preparation
- Successful completion of Food Handlers Course within the past five years
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other staff clients and management
- Willingness to learn accept direction and work effectively in a team environment following established policies and procedures
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Demonstrated ability to use sound professional judgment initiative and problem solving skills
- Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety ethical practices cultural awareness and organizational health
- Physical capabilities to perform duties of the position including heavy lifting; working flexible hours withstanding the demands of walking and standing during shifts; and working in an environment with heat and temperature fluctuations
- Travel between sites will be required
- Competencies in other languages an asset French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education experience training and certifications.
Hours
Casual Relief
Compensation and Benefits
$21.59- $23.99 Hourly
Once Youve Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Supportbargaining unitposition. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions bargaining units or employment status are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority benefits and vacation entitlement and/or usage prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination values diversity and is representative at all job levels of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Black/African Nova Scotian Persons of Colour Foreign Nationals/Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply and self-identify.
Employment Type
Gig
