Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description Vulnerable Sector Check: an original copy of a current Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is less than six (6) months old is required by your start date, and the results of the check must be acceptable to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion. The cost of the VSC is borne by the employee.
Tuberculosis testing: all employees must provide medical proof that they have been tested for TB in the last two (2) years and the results of that testing must be accepted by The Salvation Army at its sole discretion.
Compensation: Please note that this job falls under a collective agreement. The hourly rate for the Dietary Aide position is set at $22.25, and wage increments are provided based on collective agreement language.
POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Food Service Manager and Supervisor, the Dietary Aide contributes to the ongoing operation and improvement of the food service department through their safe storage, handling, processing,



production and distribution of food to residents, staff and guests. The Dietary Aide adheres to the procedures, guidelines and standards which govern assigned activities, responds on time to all emergency code scenarios, and assists the Food Service Manager and Supervisor in various projects and directives related to the department. The Dietary Aide is required to perform their duties in a manner consistent with the Salvation Army Meighen Health Centre's core values, ensure resident safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence while responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating of programs and services provided to the residents.
SCOPE, AUTHORITY AND TERMS OF REFERENCE The Dietary Aide works under the supervision and direction of the Food Services Manager and Supervisor.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES General Strategy Ensures proper food handling procedures are followed, including HACCP
Directs serving of meals in assigned units and ensures food safety by monitoring food and equipment temperatures
Reports to Supervisor any damaged or non-functional equipment in the service kitchen
Ensures timeliness of meal service
Prepares assigned servery and dining room for food service
Sets up bulk food carts and serves hot/cold meals according to special dietary instructions, portions out and serves food and beverages as directed, and prepares and delivers nourishment to assigned units
Loads, delivers and sets up meal service carts




Makes beverages and food items as required. Prepares and assembles items such as sandwiches, salads and desserts
Strip, rack and wash items such as trays, dishes, and cutlery
Store incoming supplies as directed, check and restocks dietary supplies in the kitchen and serveries from dry storage
Rotates supplies according to first in, first out principles
Performs Special Service and Catering duties as directed
Adheres to established departmental policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire safety, sanitation, environment and infection control
Operations Supports department in quality improvement of services
Follows the departmental policies and procedures or safe usage guidelines for all equipment operation, cleaning and storage.
Maintains appropriate temperature or service logs
Assists the FSM/FSS with operational problems and suggests corrective action.
Leadership Adheres to MHC's vision, mission, and values
Follows MHC's infection prevention and control policies and procedures
Actively participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement/Risk Management Program
Represents MHC in a positive manner
Maintains a secure living and working environment through compliance with policies and procedures, rules and regulations governing facility safety and safety in the workplace.
Financial Accountability Ensures appropriate utilization of all supplies and equipment
Utilizes assigned equipment and supplies appropriately as per policies and procedures.
Human Resources Participates in an effective orientation and performance management process following The Salvation Army Meighen Health Centre's standards for all employees within the food service department
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📌 Dietary Aide - U (Ontario)
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📍 Ontario