The incumbent will:
- Perform inventory functions to ensure proper products and adequate supplies are available
- Store supplies in proper location and rotate appropriately in order to use old stock first
- Assist with the panning of food items and ingredient control
- Serve meals to residents by offering choice in food and beverages for all diet types and textures
- Prepare food and beverages as required for outpatients and visitors
- Operate retherm units
- Assist cooks as needed with food preparation, panning and portioning
- Set up and clean kitchen and dining areas as required
- Verify, document and report discrepancies of various temperatures, including food/beverages at point of service, fridges, freezers, dish and pot wash machines
The successful applicant will possess:
- Partial high school or equivalent
- Completion of or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Certificate or
an approved equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a food services industry as per the Fixing Long Term Care Act and Regulations
- A valid/approved Food Handler's course obtained within the last 5 years
- Relevant food service experience in a health care environment is preferred
- Demonstrated compliance with and knowledge of safe work practices
- Proven communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to follow both oral and written instructions
- The ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the job
