The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals and providing catering services, ensures work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition and assists in maintaining a safe and secure setting for residents, visitors and other staff members.
The responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
Prepares food for serving to residents;
Ensures resident satisfaction with meal service;
Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision‑making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Food Services Manager/Food and Beverage Manager;
Performs the set‑up, serving and tear down services at booked catering events;
Effectively communicates and interacts with residents, family members, visitors and volunteers in a courteous and professional manner. Projects an appropriate image and focuses on customer service excellence.
The ideal candidates will possess:
Previous food services experience in a retirement residence, long term care residence or other hospitality environment;
Completion of secondary school education or equivalent;
Food Safe Level 1 Certificate is preferred;
Smart Serve Certificate is preferred;
First Aid Certificate is preferred;
Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions in English;
Demonstrated empathy and understanding of the needs of seniors;
Effective interpersonal and conflict resolution skills;
Ability to organize work and work under strict time constraints.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email
[email protected] or call 1-(phone hidden).
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📌 Dietary Aide (Ontario)
🏢 CHARTWELL MASTER CARE
📍 Ontario