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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is looking for a dependable, highly detailed individual for the position of Food Services II that is dedicated to both high-quality work and food safety. This casual position is located at the Royal Alexandra Hospital.

This Food

Service II position utilizes math skills, prepares complex infant feeding recipes, labels, monitors, receives, and delivers specialized infant formulas, modulated infant or pediatric formulas, and human milk. Adheres to all food safety and sanitation regulations and standards established by regulating agencies and the health care facility. Performs inventory management, operates feeding preparation equipment, maintains sanitation in the feeding preparation room, performs quality improvement activities, completes temperature/sanitization records, and communicates effectively through various telecommunication modes and electronic charting systems.

The position participates in training, compliance and quality improvement initiatives and fosters positive relationships with staff. They are required to participate in a new hire orientation. This position completes other duties in Patient Food Services (PFS) as assigned by the supervisor.

Must adhere to Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Nutrition, Food, Linen & Environmental Services (NFLES) policies and procedures.

Description

As a Food Service II, you will be responsible for performing a variety of routine tasks associated with basic food preparation in accordance with AHS standards and procedures. Your typical duties include packaging and portioning food items,



preparing food according to set guidelines and menus, serving meals to patients and customers and cleaning and sanitizing equipment, dishes, tables and serving areas. In addition, you will perform specialized duties which may include ingredient/inventory controls and providing customer service support.

Classification: Food Service II Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: Patient Food Services - Royal Alexandra Hospital Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 18-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 28-SEP-2026 Hours per Shift: Varies Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $23.74 Maximum Salary: $25.96 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Completion of a protected food handling certificate from an accredited food services program. Computer skill level to meet requirements of food service programs (For example, CBORD).

Additional Required Qualifications

Experience in healthcare, preferably in a role related to infant feeding products.



Familiarity with formula types, expressed or donated human milk, fortifiers, preparation methods, nutritional content, and specific requirements. Ability to accurately measure and prepare formulas, label containers, and maintain accurate records.

Demonstrate knowledge of weights, measures, and accurately perform mathematical calculations. Ability to use problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues regarding product preparation, storage or delivery. Demonstrated adherence to HACCP, IPC, universal precautions, food safety regulations, proper hygiene and sanitation procedures.

Proficient organizational skills to manage inventory, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Ability to work well under pressure. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to read, write and communicate with proficiency in English.

Ability to perform basic computer skills. Ability to stand, bend, and walk for the entire shift, ability to lift up to 46 pounds frequently and occasional lifting to shoulder height required.

Food Safety Alberta

Certification required. A skill assessment will be conducted to assess the required qualifications needed for the role. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.

Preferred Qualifications

Formula/Human Milk Technician Certificate is preferred.

Canadian

Society of Nutrition Management is preferred. WHMIS training preferred. Knowledge of Epic preferred.

Experience with Formula Calculator preferred.

📌 Food Service II (Edmonton)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Edmonton