Dietary AideCulinary Aide

Dartmouth - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate honest professional and safe consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Dietary Aide to join our Glasgow Hall team based in Dartmouth Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector Shannex offers opportunities for growth development and advancement. And at the end of every day you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

Free onsite parking
Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program including excellent discounts for apparel restaurants technology fitness travel and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
Access to continuing education and training through Shannexs Centre of Excellence
Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

Consistently ensures food quality presentation and service delivery meet established department standards. Ensures meals are attractive the correct temperature and portion size and that service is timely
Follows production sheets to guide food preparation and assist with cost control
Stays up to date with the specific needs of each resident e.g. diet restrictions allergies and special requests/accommodations.
Stays up to date with daily changes related to menus and/or residents.
Familiarizes self with the specific needs of each client e.g. diet restrictions allergies and special requests/accommodations
Assists with the process for checking and receiving of deliveries and inventory control. Ensures all supplies are stored labelled and rotated properly
Makes sure that the Servery and dining room appearance meets set standards for cleanliness organization and set up prior to meal service.
Processes pots pans and dishware and maintains sanitation dishwasher and dish sinks according to established and required cleaning guidelines.
Immediately reports any equipment temperature issues to manager and takes corrective action as necessary.
Participates in the client and employee incident reporting and investigation process as required
Reports areas and equipment in need of repair to the maintenance department
Ensures kitchen appearance meets established standards for cleanliness and organization
Additional duties as assigned

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement collaboration and accountability you bring:

A high-school diploma or GED
Proof of Food Safety Certification required
Experience in a kitchen setting is considered an asset.
Previous experience in working with the elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment considered an asset
Bilingualism in English and French considered an asset
First Aid and CPR certification considered an asset
Ability to work flexible hours and shifts (including weekends and holidays)
Strong customer service skills and a passion for serving seniors
Experience in the culinary field and are familiar with preparing plates for clients
A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations services and care

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988 Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences Parkland at Home Faubourg du Mascaret and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information visit .

If youre ready to join the Shannex team of Great People apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity diversity inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex every team member belongs.

All applicationsare kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job DescriptionIf you take pride in being compassionate honest professional and safe consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Livin...