Food Service Worker

Job Description

The Pines Long Term Care Home is currently recruiting for a temporary full-time Food Service Worker The Pines The Pines is located in Bracebridge, Ontario and is owned and operated by the District Municipality of Muskoka. Being an employee of the District is an opportunity to work with ambitious teams where you can learn, grow, and contribute while building a rewarding career. We have a strong focus on health & wellness, and we are committed to creating and promoting respect, diversity, accessibility and inclusion in the workplace. The Pines has been serving seniors with care and dignity in our community since September 1961. Our cozy and comfortable home encompasses five resident home areas (one secure) and has four wonderful courtyards with plenty of outdoor spaces to roam about. Watch the Pines video to learn more. The Opportunity Under the direction of the Dietary Manager or designate, the Food Service Worker is responsible for the production of high quality food for the residents of the Pines in a safe and sanitary manner. What You Will Do: • Assist in serving meals, snacks & beverages following resident’s diets & food preferences, using proper portion sizes Follow proper food handling techniques- keep work area clean and uncluttered. Set dining room tables and trays accurately and neatly Assembles, operates and cleans dietary equipment What You Will Need: Food Service Worker certification, 6 units at community college level (candidates without this qualification may still be eligible for consideration as a Dietary Aide underfill) Successful completion of a food handler training course (1 day) & maintenance of this qualification is required 3 months of previous food service experience in an institutional setting, preferably LTC What We Are Offering This is a temporary full-time opportunity at the District. The hourly compensation range for this role in 2024 is $22.42 - $23.67. The District is also proud to offer the following benefits to our temporary employees: Work-life flexibility Perks & Discounts Wellness Programs OMERS Pension Fostering & Fun Environment Professional Development Education Opportunities The Next Step If you have the necessary skills, experience and qualifications, and can support our vision and values (RISE: Respect, Innovation, Service and Equity), please submit your resume. Visit our careers page for other opportunities. Don’t Meet Every Single Requirement? If you are excited about this role but you don’t meet all the outlined qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway! You might be the right candidate for this role or another one. The District Municipality of Muskoka is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and we are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources Department as soon as possible. Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process.