Diet Aide

at  Health Sciences Centre

Requisition ID: 370400
Position Number: 20009979
Posting End Date: November 22, 2024
City: Winnipeg
Employer: Shared Health
Site: Health Sciences Centre - 820 Sherbrook St
Department / Unit: Nutrition & Food Services
Job Stream: Clinical Support
Union: CUPE
Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 12/05/2024 - 12/04/2025
Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

POSITION OVERVIEW

The incumbent participates in the preparation assembly and distribution of patient meal service following safe food handling practices. Assembles the meal trays accurately according to defined portion size and tray ticket. Prepares and portions food items as indicated on tallies, prep charts and nourishment labels. Stocks and replenishes food and supplies in designated areas. Cleans and sanitizes equipment, small wares and service areas. Labels and delivers carts to designated areas. Participates in Quality Assurance Programs.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in food service.

EDUCATION (DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE)

• Minimum Grade 10, Manitoba Standards, required.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English effectively, with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The strength demands of the job are rated as medium handling 20 to 45 lbs. The vast majority of the strength demands are between 10 to 20 lbs.
• Position involves bending, gripping, lifting, pushing, pulling and standing for long periods of time.
• Working in a cold environment (3-10 degrees), and/or warm environment.
• Exposure to chemical cleaning supplies.
• Proven ability to adapt to changing tasks and demonstrate accurate hand/eye coordination with manual dexterity in both hands.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently in a time sensitive environment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.
Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.
Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process