Carleton Kirk Lodge Nursing Home Jobs ⇒ Food Service Worker (Casual) at Carleton Kirk Lodge Nursing Home - Apr, 2022

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

JOB DESCTRIPTION

Summary

Performs a wide range of duties involved with preparing/serving food and beverages in a long-term care setting. Assist in cleaning work areas, equipment, utensils, etc. Serving food to residents with a wide variety of dietary needs and textures. Great opportunity to have experience in working in a health care setting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up food service, kitchen, and dining room areas for meal times.
• Monitor and check food and fridge/freezer temperatures throughout the day as needed according to standards.
• Pour drinks according to therapeutic textures and needs of residents.
• Portion and serves meals to resident according to assigned diets.
• Prepare and deliver snacks to residents during appropriate set times.
• Adhere to food safety standards at all times.
• Clean dishes after every meal according to safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Assembles trays for dietary carts.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and textures an asset.
• Friendly and caring towards seniors living in long term care.
• Knowledge of food preparation methods and quality standards.

Job Requirements

High school degree or GED. Food Safety certification a bonus. Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal with a variety of customers.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $21.53-$23.19 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saint John, NB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• serving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Smart Serve (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (preferred)
• Night Shift (preferred)