About UsBaycrest Hospital and the Apotex Jewish Home for the Aged provide specialized geriatric care for older adults with complex medical, cognitive and dementia-related needs. As Canada’s only health system fully dedicated to aging and brain health, we bring together compassionate care, clinical excellence and leading expertise in dementia care, cognitive health and seniors’ wellness.Baycrest Hospital has an exciting chance for a FOOD SERVICE AIDE Food and Nutrition Services.Posting Number:10328Position Type:On-Call / CasualUnion:SEIU ServiceHourly Pay Rate:$27.06 - $27.62Date Posted:October 30, 2026About UsBaycrest Hospital and the Apotex Jewish Home for the Aged provide specialized geriatric care for older adults with complex medical, cognitive and dementia-related needs. As Canada’s only health system fully dedicated to aging and brain health, we bring together compassionate care, clinical excellence and leading expertise in dementia care, cognitive health and seniors’ wellness.Our integrated continuum — spanning hospital care, long‑term care and community‑based seniors’ services — ensures every older adult benefits from evidence‑based practice, geriatric medicine and a team deeply experienced in aging and brain‑health care.Job SummaryThe Food and Nutrition Services Department at Baycrest provides service to clients in the Baycrest Hospital, the Apotex Jewish Home for the Aged, and the Mountainview and Freeman Day Centre. Our vision is to provide safe, appetizing food of optimum nutritional quality to facilitate an enjoyable mealtime experience for patients, residents, staff and visitors in compliance with the Jewish laws of Kashruth.



This position is a key and integral part of the resident experience.Key ResponsibilitiesPerforms basic food preparation functions including portioning food accurately and in accordance with production ordersPerforms daily practices utilizing safe and high-quality standards for patients/clientsMaintains supplies and equipment including the nourishment cartServes clients in a courteous and engaging mannerCollects of dishes, loads and operates dish machineCleans and sanitize kitchen and dining areaAdheres to food handling methods according to established standards of sanitation, infection control and safety in accordance with Ministry of Health Long Term Care Standards, The Occupational Health and Safety Act and departmental policies and Kosher Laws,Serves food to residents according to therapeutic diets and preferencesMay need to lift and carry heavy objects, and to withstand long periods of walking, standing and frequent bending and twistingMay need to steer and manipulate large and small food wagons through congested areasParticipates in training that supports the resident experience (e.G. Gentle Persuasive Approach)Other duties assigned by managementQualificationsHigh school completion or equivalent requiredCurrent Food Handlers Certification in accordance with Public Health required1 year previous experience in an institutional, healthcare, restaurant, or hospitality food service environment; or a combination of a Food Service Worker Certificate and experience is preferredPrevious experience working with the elderly is an assetGood knowledge of general food service equipment, sanitationAbility to organize time, set priorities and to multitask in order to meet various competing work and deadlines.Knowledge of Kashruth laws and practices is an assetSensitivity to cultural needsDemonstrated customer service skillsEffective oral and written communication skills in EnglishAbility to effectively work independently and as part of a team#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Food Services Aide - C$27.1 - C$27.6 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 BAYCREST HOSPITAL
📍 Winnipeg