Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site, and together we provide outstanding, integrated care to support people in living their healthiest lives.

OVERVIEW

The Dietary Aide supports the Food Services Department in providing safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals. Working as part of a collaborative team, the Dietary Aide assists with food preparation, tray assembly, meal delivery, and sanitation duties while ensuring a patient- and family-centred approach to service. This role plays an important part in maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment and delivering excellent customer service.

ROLE

• Follow all departmental, health, and legislated safety and sanitation practices
• Receive, handle, and store food products and supplies according to established procedures
• Assemble patient trays and deliver meals to patient care units in accordance with dietary requirements and departmental policies
• Support patient and family-centred care by assisting with menu selection, meal delivery, unit par stocking, and retrieval of used trays
• Provide courteous, respectful service to patients, families, staff, and visitors
• Perform pot washing, dishwashing, and cleaning of kitchen equipment and food service areas
• Operate food service equipment such as dishwashers, meat slicers, Heat on Demand systems, and tablets used for patient menu selection
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Food Handler Certificate
• Healthcare food service experience (desired)
• Food Service Worker Certificate (desired)

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
• Extended health benefits (permanent full-time)
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Location: South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Hours of Work:  Must be available to work shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement. 

Recruitment Process

• Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Please Note: Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.
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• We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.
• Please note, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is not being used to screen, assess, or select applicants in our recruitment process.

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

• Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled

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