Job Information

- Title: Dietary Aide
- Location: Thessalon
- Department: Food & Hospitality
- Employer: Algoma Manor Nursing Home
- ES Job ID: 7788
- Closing Date: October 30, 2026
- Salary: $21.29
- Duration: Full Time , Part Time

The Dietary Aide is accountable to support all aspects of optimal food service to meet the needs of the residents in accordance with infection control, quality management, legislative requirements and the organization standards.

As a valued member of the team, the Dietary Aide demonstrates a commitment to resident safety by providing quality care in accordance with the organization’s vision and mission.

We thank all those that apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must be entitled to work in Canada on a permanent basis.

Job Duties

- Setting and clearing tables in the dining rooms.
- Assist in maintaining the dietary department in a protected and sanitary manner. Helps the Cook in the preparation and service of meals.
- Serving meals and coffee to residents in the dining room using correct serving utensils and portion sizes.
- Taking orders for the first and second menu choices from residents (by resident name and preference selection, following likes and dislikes).
- Transporting dishes to/from dining rooms and kitchen.
- Washing/sanitizing tables, chairs, serveries. Washes dishes, glassware, cutlery, and utensils by machine.
- Preparing nourishments and carts for service.
- Preparing supplements and thickening fluids for texture-altered diets.
- Labelling and dating all food items put in fridgefreezer.
- Assists in dish and pan washing, storage, and cleaning duties.
- Attending in-services and departmental meetings as required.




- Record temperatures as required for meal service and equipment.
- Record and document results of test strips for dish machine and pot washing.
- May assist in tray preparation for resident meal service.
- Report resident and equipment concern to Director of Dietary Services/Food Service Supervisor.
- Follows cleaning schedule and documents appropriately.
- Follows proper food handling techniques. Dates, labels, and stores food properly. Keeps work area clean and uncluttered and completes scheduled cleaning duties. Maintains cleanliness of floors in the food preparation, dish room, and storage areas.
- May assist in preparation for catering or program requests.
- May assist in receiving, managing inventory, groceries or incoming supplies.
- Assists in monitoring quality of food supplies received and advises Director of Dietary Services/Cook of problems.
- Supports and participates in quality initiatives by providing input and suggestions for improvement, reporting feedback to immediate supervisor.
- Cleans equipment and kitchen area, and documents appropriately.

Required Skills

- Food Handler’s Certificate
- Must maintain up to date certification in the food Safety Awareness Program offered by Public Health.
- Must be familiar with the correct procedure for service and handling of food.
- Ability to operate institutional cooking equipment, for example: dishwasher, conveyor toaster, and meat-slicer.
- Must be able to read, write and accurately follow written and verbal instructions.
- Must be able to work and communicate effectively with residents, team members and visitors of a LTC home.
- Effective verbal and written English communication skills required.

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