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Ivy Meadows in Beaverbank, Nova Scotia is hiring and currently accepting applications for Dietary Aide - Food Service Worker and Housekeeper to join the team.

Department: Client Services

Qualifications:

Grade 12 or equivalent of Grade 12

WHMIS is considered an asset;

Ability to work well with others

Food handlers Certification

Ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis according to the Northwood Corporate Standards.

Comfortable using email, Word and Excel

Responsibilities:

Maintains a safe and clean environment using safe food handling practices, universal precautions and WHMIS

Ensures workplaces are organized and appropriately set up for work

Demonstrates positive judgement and respect when using and storing facility equipment

Reports maintenance needs of equipment

Observes fire and safety regulations

Adheres to safe work practices

Practices proper body mechanics

Acts as a resource for other staff and assists in orientation of new employees

Maintains par levels as required

Accurately completes food temperature, food waste and quality audits taking appropriate action as needed

Assembles resident meals according to set portions and appropriate diets





Accurately lables all foods accoording to safe food handling guidelines

Uses first-in, first-out (FIFO) method for stocking and selecting food

Other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Perform cleaning functions in assigned areas.

Collect and transport garbage, recycling with the ability to push/pull large carts.

Performs periodic floor and carpet maintenance in accordance with established procedures and prescribed techniques.

Maintains cleanliness, orderliness and general repair of equipment and work area.

Completes project/special cleaning, in areas as assigned by the supervisor.

Follows safe work practices.

Complete specific set-ups for special functions.

Completes office moves - transmitting of desks, cabinets and other furniture from one area to another as requested by supervisors.

Other duties as assigned.

Hours/Shifts: 80 hours bi-weekly - 8 hour shifts

Effective: September 4th 2026

To learn more, please visit our website www.northwood.care.

Ivy Meadows is proud to be an inclusive employer that encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Food Service Worker - Permanent Full Time - Days (IVY MEADOWS) (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Northwood
📍 Nova Scotia