Villa Colombo Toronto- Permanent Part Time- Dietary Aide

Job Description

Dietary Aide

Department: Food Services
Status: Permanent Part-Time
Hours: 4:00pm-8:00pm. 24 hours bi-weekly including alternate weekends
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Toronto Ontario

Employer: Villa Colombo Toronto 40 Playfair Avenue Toronto Ontario M6B 2P9

Villa Colombo Toronto is a 391-bed long-term care home in the heart of Toronto committed to providing compassionate resident-centered care for older adults. As a Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO) and a General Member of the Eden Alternative we implement evidence-informed practices and innovative approaches that enhance the quality of life for our residents. Our team fosters a supportive inclusive and collaborative environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow in their careers.

We are currently inviting applications for a Permanent Part Time Dietary Aide to join our Food Servies Team.

This posting is for a current permanent part-time vacancy within our Food Services Department.

This position is unionized and governed by the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Compensation Benefits & Pension

Hourly rate: $22.571- $23.314 per hour (all new hires start at the starting rate in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement)

• This gives transparency about the potential progression without misrepresenting the immediate starting pay.
• Protects you legally and is consistent with CUPE / ESA requirements.
• Shift premiums in accordance with the Collective Agreement
• Comprehensive benefits package or percentage in lieu of benefits where applicable
• Participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Qualifications

• Successful completion of aFood Service Worker program approved under the Fixing Long-Term Care Act 2021
  OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills for food service in a long-term care home including:
• Minimum two (2) years experience in an institutional health care long-term care retirement or hospitality food service setting; and
• Demonstrated knowledge of:
  • Therapeutic and texture-modified diets
  • Safe food handling and sanitation
  • Infection Prevention and Control practices
  • Mealtimeassistanceand resident-centred dining
• CurrentFood Handler / Safe Food Handling Certificatefrom a recognized provider.

• Ability to read write and communicate effectively in English.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to work shifts including evenings weekends and holidays.
• Experience working with older adults and persons with cognitive impairment is an asset.
• Italian language skills are an asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow established work routines and schedules for meal service.
• Prepare and serve meals and nourishmentsin accordance withtherapeutic diets texture modifications allergies and resident preferences.
• Set up and clean dining rooms serveries and food service areas.
• Deliver meal carts and trays at safe andappropriate temperatures.
• Assistresidents with eating and drinking using safe feeding techniques asrequired.
• Observe and report changes in resident appetite intake swallowing ability and dining behaviours to the Registered Staff and/or Dietitian.
• Maintainaccuratedocumentation related to meal service and resident intake asrequired.
• Adhere to Infection Prevention and Control practices at all times.
• Follow safe food handling and sanitation procedures.
• Perform all other related duties that contribute to the team approach to resident care as assigned.

Additional Requirements

• Satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening issued within the last six (6) monthsin accordance withthe
  Fixing Long-Term Care Act 2021.
• Compliance with Villa Colombo Toronto immunization and tuberculosis screening requirements.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human decision-making. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team to ensure fair and equitable consideration.

For more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Equity Accessibility & Accommodation

Villa Colombo Toronto is committed to fostering an inclusive equitable and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Time Type

Compensation Details

We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us you become part of a compassionate mission-driven team committed to creating a safe supportive and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills experience education and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer acomprehensive suite of benefitsdesigned to support your health financial well-being and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We mayuse artificial intelligence (AI) toolsto support certain stages of the recruitment process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team butdo notreplace human judgment every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. Ifyou wouldlike more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

We are committed to fostering an accessible inclusive and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.