Job Category: Cook / Dietary (Long Term Care)Requisition Number: CASUA001623Part‐TimeOn‐siteLocationsShowing 1 locationChatham, ON N7M1G8, CANDescriptionJob Status: Permanent CasualUnion: UNIFOR (RVG)Number of Positions: 2Hours of Work: 22.5 hours/weeklyClosing Date: October 28 ,2026 at 11:59pm EST. Applications received after this deadline will not be accepted.The Dietary Aide contributes to the well‐being of residents by providing nutritional meals and snacks to residents and visitors at Riverview Gardens in a timely fashion, in accordance with Safe Food Handling Practices, Ministry of Health, Public Health Regulations and Sanitation Code and departmental policies and procedures.Demonstrate Chatham‐Kent's core values and competenciesPrepare and serve meals and snacks (meat and dairy products, fruits and vegetables, snacks and desserts) to residentsOperate all equipment in the dietary departmentClean and sanitize all food service equipment and waresUse all provided tools and information to ensure every resident receives their prescribed diet and texture of meals and snacksDiscuss resident meal service requirements with health care team membersMake sure food is hygienically and correctly prepared and attractively presentedSet and clean dining areas and ware washingRecord on Quality Assurance records, and report unmet criteria to coordinator or supervisorReport resident meal service issues to registered staff supervising dining room meal servicesStrict adherence to the Ministry of Long‐Term Care and Fixing Long‐Term Care Act and Regulations for Nutrition and Hydration, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Public Health Regulations, and the Sanitation Code is requiredEnsure that nursing home and dietary department policies and procedures are followedSecondary School Diploma or equivalent education (e.G. GED certificate) requiredDietary Aides must have:Successfully completed a Food Services Worker (FSW) training program at an established college or registered private career college in Ontario (Fixing Long‐Term Care Act, 2021)OR be currently enrolled in a Food Services Worker (FSW) training program at an established college or registered private career college in Ontario (Fixing Long‐Term Care Act, 2021)For applicants currently enrolled in the FSW course, they must successfully complete the program within three (3)



years from the first day of employmentMust be knowledgeable with respect to the nutritional/dietary needs of geriatric residentsKnowledge of good sanitation and food handling techniques to avoid infection or the spread of contagious illnessesBasic computer skillsOther qualificationsPrevious experience working as a Dietary Aide or Cook in a Long‐Term Care setting an assetPrevious experience working as a Food Service Worker/Dietary Aide in a non‐long‐term care setting an assetExperience on a work committee (i.E. health & safety, education, wellness, etc.) an assetPrevious experience providing training to new staff preferredCertifications, memberships, licensesEnrollment in a Food Services Worker Program required to startSafe Food Handling Certificate-Public Health requiredWork environment/hours of workThis position works mostly indoorsThere are no guaranteed hours for this positionThis position works day and afternoon shifts on weekdays and weekendsMust be able to accept call‐in hours for day and afternoon shifts (both weekday and weekend), which may include four (4) hour shifts and statutory holidaysBackground check requirementsSuccessful candidates will be required to complete a background check prior to commencement of employment. A background check may include the following: education/certification verification and employment reference check. This position works with vulnerable residents in a position of trust and authority, on a sustained and regular basis, in a largely unsupervised capacity. A Vulnerable Sector Screen is required (Fixing Long‐Term Care Act Section 252 O. Reg. 246/22) prior to being accepted for employment. You must be 18 years of age or older to obtain a vulnerable police check.As per the Fixing Long‐Term Care Act, all staff members shall promptly provide the employer with a signed declaration disclosing new charges, convictions, orders and restraining orders, consistent with Ontario Regulation Section 253 O. Reg 246/22, with respect to the period since the date the person's last criminal reference check under subsection (2) was conducted.Essential physical and/or safety requirementsAnnual Flu immunization is required2 step TB skin test to be completed within two weeks of starting positionThe employer may request a "Physical Task Analysis"Provides regularly scheduled meals and snacks; prepares food and provides meal service:meat and dairy products, fruits and vegetables, desserts, may include potential allergens to individual staffBending: frequent stooping (up to 4.55 kgs or 10 lbs)



(prepares food and provides meal service to residents; performs cleaning duties as scheduled; sets up tables in the dining rooms with utensils and ware for breakfast, lunch and supper; manual and mechanical ware washing of all dishes, utensils, pots/pans, etc.; stocks work areas with required food and non‐food items)Walking: frequent walking on level surface, balancing (up to 13.64 kgs or 30 lbs) (delivers/returns food items/non‐food items and equipment to work areas using hatch carts, cambro carts, dessert cart, nourishment cart, three tier carts etc.; sets up tables in the dining rooms with utensils and ware for meals; stocks work areas with required food and non‐food items)Reaching: frequent reaching forward; constant reaching belowshoulder, handling (up to 13.64 kgs or 30 lbs) (provides regular scheduled meals and snacks; prepares food and provides meal service to residents; performs cleaning duties as scheduled; manual and mechanical ware washing of all dishes, utensils, pots/pans, etc.; stocks work areas with required items)Lifting: frequent lifting floor to waist, waist to shoulder, carrying, transferring, pushing below shoulder, pulling below shoulder (up to 13.64 kgs or 30 lbs) (performs cleaning duties as scheduled; manual and mechanical ware washing of all dishes, utensils, pots/pans, etc.; stocks work areas with required food and non‐food items)Standing: constant standing (up to 4.55 kgs or 10 lbs) (food preparation, cooking and cleaning routines; long periods of sustained standing)Hands: constant fine finger dexterity (movement), gripping, pinching (up to 4.55 kgs or 10 lbs) (Prepares food and provides meal service to residents; performs cleaning duties as scheduled; documentation (temperature and cleaning checklists); manual and mechanical ware washing of all dishes, utensils, pots/pans, etc.; stocks work areas with required food and non‐food items)Asper the UNIFOR (RVG) (2022-2024) collective agreement, this permanent casual position would receive $19.92 - $26.92 per hour in addition to 15% in lieu of perks and 4% vacation pay.____________The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal prospect employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees in a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the diverse community we serve.Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources & Organizational Development (HROD) at (phone hidden). Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and will be used strictly for the purpose of candidate selection.

📌 Casual Dietary Aide, Riverview Gardens (South Buxton)
🏢 Municipality of Chatham-Kent
📍 South Buxton