Dietary Attendant Temporary Full Time (1.0) - Jobs in Miramichi, NB

Job Description

With approximately 4000 employees, Shannex is a family-owned Canadian company based in the Maritimes. With over 30 years of experience creating better ways to deliver seniors living and long-term care communities throughout Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Losier Hall is a new licensed level 3 nursing home located on the Miramichi River in Chatham Head. Recently opened on October 1, 2019, Losier Hall became home to 159 residents. Each resident has their own private room housed in a small neighborhood of 20-21 residents. There are outdoor courtyards that are easily accessible as well as an indoor ‘Main Street’ that includes a café, library, salon, and chapel.Shannex- Losier Hall has the following new opportunity available in Miramichi:Dietary AttendantReporting to the Food Services Manager or designate, the Dietary Attendant is responsible for preparing and serving meals for residents residing in Shannex’s various service lines. The Dietary Aide is also responsible for the receiving and inventory of food supplies as well as ensuring safety and sanitation standards are consistently met.Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Ensures service delivery meets established department standards;
• Consistently ensures food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet established department standards. Ensures meals are attractive, the correct temperature and portion size, and that service is timely;
• Follows production sheets to guide food preparation and assist with cost control;
• Familiarizes self with the specific needs of each resident e.g. diet restrictions, allergies and special requests/accommodations;
• Familiarizes self with daily changes related to menus and/or residents;
• Provides meal service to residents under the direction of the Support Services Manager/Executive Chef;
• Provides observational information about the behaviors and changes in health status of residents to the Nurse on duty;
• Demonstrates effective communication and rapport with residents that reflects an understanding of the importance of respecting resident’s choices, privacy, promoting independence and the right to refuse services;
• Ensures Servery and dining room appearance meets established standards for cleanliness and organization;
• Maintains sanitation of the servery according to established cleaning guidelines;
• Ensures completion of required documentation e.g. inventory counts, food and equipment temperature and cleaning checklists, security / lock-up checklists, audits, as required;
• Processes pots, pans, and dishware and maintains sanitation dishwasher and dish sinks according to established cleaning guidelines as required;
• Follows disposal procedures according to established waste management guidelines for organics, paper, plastics, cans/bottles, non-recyclable material, etc.
• Follows safety, environmental and infection control practices as per facility policies;
• Is able to work both independently and in a team environment;
• Reports areas and equipment in need of repair to the maintenance department;
• Promotes a safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education;
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years experience in a kitchen environment;
• High School diploma or equivalent education;
• Basics Food Safety Training/ Food Handlers Course.

Supplemental qualifications considered an asset:

• Previous experience in working with the elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment;
• Bilingualism in English and French
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex is committed to offering the best environment for team members where everyone takes pride in their work and in the organization. Our colleagues are committed to service excellence and are supported with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are building a culture that supports the balance between work and personal life.If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career and make your mark in a rapidly growing organization please submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you!All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Application deadline: 2021-12-12Job Types: Full-time, TemporaryBenefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Experience:

• dietary aide: 1 year (preferred)

Work remotely:

• No

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