Union: CUPE TW

Number of vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: Replacement

Site: Toronto Western Hospital

Department: Nutrition Services

Reports to: Manager, Nutrition Services

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Wage Range: $28.80 - $29.69 per hour (Start rate non-negotiable.)

Shifts: 0730-1530 Monday-Friday

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: July 23, 2026

Responsibilities

- Ordering food and other required nutrition items for the Toronto Western Nutrition Department
- Filling nutrition orders for multiple areas, applying “First in First out” system when removing items from locations and bin numbers
- Delivering orders to designated locations, as per established schedules, unloading and putting items in designated location
- Receiving and storing incoming goods, following safety precautions, matching received goods with purchase requisitions generated from FMS
- Performing inventory control duties
- Working in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contravention’s of the Act, in a timely manner
- Performing cross-functional duties as assigned and/or required
- Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required, including, assisting with staff orientation, etc.

Qualifications

- At minimum, completion of high school or recognized equivalent;
- Food Handler Certificate, required (documentation to be provided within 60 days of hire);
- 3-6 months practical and related experience and/or 1-3 months on the job training;
- Must be able to understand verbal work orders and instructions;
- Must be able to read/understand short notes, brief forms to read invoices, orders and memos;




- Ability to do simple mathematical calculations (e.g., adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, etc.);
- Understanding of stock rotation;
- Ability to input and check orders using a computerized system;
- Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job: able to lift up to 5 kg, loading, and unloading food trucks; pushing heavy food trucks during pick up and delivery of meals;
- Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance with UHN standards;
- Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task;
- Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy;
- Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills;
- Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies;
- Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand;
- Food Service Worker Certificate, an asset;

Advantages

- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

📌 Nutrition Services Receiver (Toronto)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Toronto