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General Office Clerk - Nutrition and Food Services Req ID: 226454 Location: WesternZone,Valley Regional Hospital Department: NFS Patient Food VRH Type of Employment: CasualCasual Relief(3%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Admin ProfessionalsPosition Posting Closing Date: 21-Sep-26

About the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager and/or Food Service Supervisor or delegate, the General Office Clerk is responsible for carrying out assigned clerical functions within the Nutrition and Food Services department.

The GOC supports and coordinates efficient daily operations of the service in a professional manner, promotes good working relationships, and supports the service’s philosophy of client and family centered care.

The GOC ensures that the principles and practices that guide NSH such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and interprofessional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.

About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Completion of an approved Office Administration or Secretarial course

One (1) year recent related experience is required

Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

Demonstrated interpersonal, collaboration and teamwork skills

Demonstrated commitment to customer service

Demonstrated attention to detail

Demonstrated planning, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills

Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and ability to work independently

Demonstrated judgment and decision making skills

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality





Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizational health

Demonstrated valuable attendance in current and past employment

Exemplary work history as demonstrated in current and past employment

Physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position

Travel may be required

General knowledge of therapeutic diets

Experience using Vision Menu System

Experience using Meditech Health Information System

Competencies in other languages an asset. French Preferred

Hours

Casual relief, no guaranteed hours

Compensation and Benefits $23.35 - 25.39 hourly

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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