Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our team and help deliver exceptional nutritional care to our residents.

The Dietary

Aide is an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team and is accountable for the provision of optimal resident services and continuous improvement activities of the long-term care home.

The Dietary

Aide will ensure alignment with all relevant regulations and/or legislative requirements, organizational standards and strategic initiatives while driving a positive work culture. This position works in a manner which aligns with our organizational key behaviours, pillars of success, and vision, mission and values in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for our residents, family members and employees, and offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve while working in a supportive and energetic setting.

Responsibilities

- Assist with meal preparation, plating, and serving to ensure timely delivery of nutritious food to residents
- Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a clean kitchen and dining area
- Support kitchen staff with food handling, cleaning, and sanitation tasks to uphold health standards
- Provide courteous customer service to residents during meal times, addressing their needs with kindness and professionalism
- Help with inventory management by receiving supplies and storing food items properly




- Ensure all food is prepared according to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines
- Maintain accurate documentation of food service activities and sanitation procedures

Requirements

- Prior experience in assisted living, LTC, hospital, or food industry settings is highly preferred
- Successful completion of an accredited Food Services Worker Program or currently enrolled and/or dietary experience and knowledge relevant to the position.
- Completion of Food Handling Certificate.
- Knowledge of dietary equipment, best practices and procedures.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend and follow instructions in English.
- Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when assisting residents, family members and visitors.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong relationship building abilities are required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Point Click Care and other computerized documentation systems, as required.
- Satisfactory vulnerable sector check and TB test.
- Has a passion to promote person-centered care and work with the senior population.

Join us in creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel cared for through nutritious meals and compassionate service. Your dedication will help foster well-being and happiness in our community! Pay: $19.57-$21.12 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Dietary Aide (Toronto)
🏢 Runnymede Long-Term Care
📍 Toronto