DIETARY AIDE (Permanent and Temporary Part Time)

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #Dietary Aide - All Upcoming Vacancies

Union: CUPE Local 5167 Lodges

Interested applicants please submit your application online at by 4:00 p.m. on March 25, 2026.

Periodic Posting for all upcoming Permanent & Temporary Full-time & Part-time vacancies. This posting will be used to fill current vacancies, as well as any further vacancies which arise during the period noted above.

External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. The Healthy & Safe Communities Department is committed to its people and is dedicated to building a strong and healthy community. We offer a respectful and supportive workplace that provides life-long learning opportunities, leadership, innovation and performance excellence.

We are looking for high performing public servants who are interested in experiencing a challenging, rewarding, enjoyable, and fulfilling career. Your ability to set and achieve personal goals, professional goals and contribute to the goals of the organization will result in high job satisfaction.

Reports to the Director, Food Services at Macassa Lodge or Wentworth Lodge. Performs a variety of food service duties related to the preparation and serving of food at Macassa or Wentworth Lodge.

Load re-therm carts with previously prepared and chilled food, such as entrées, vegetables, soups and cereals to be re-thermed.

Assist in preparation of special functions, and non-resident meals.

Deliver prepared food to serving areas, serve meals.

Complete resident intake forms for residents as required by Dietitian.

Prepare and deliver snacks for nourishments which may include computer documentation.

Operate, clean and disinfect equipment such as gas ovens, regular convection ovens, grills, institutional dishwashing machine, steamer, waste-disposal, juice and, coffee makers; Deliver supplies to serving areas and wing kitchenettes.

Wash and disinfect tables, chairs, cupboards, counters, walls, steam tables, food carts, refrigerators, pots and cooking utensils.

Train new dietary staff.

Sweep floor in kitchen, serveries and dining areas.

Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Must possess Food Service Worker Certificate from an established College or a registered private career college in Ontario or be enrolled in the program. A post secondary diploma or degree in Food/Nutrition Management, Food Nutrition or Cooks/Chefs who have a diploma from an established college an asset. If currently enrolled in a Food Service Worker program, must provide proof of enrolment.

Previous demonstrated related experience in preparing and serving food for large groups in a large-scale food service setting, preferably in healthcare.

Must possess practical knowledge and skills related to preparing and serving food normally acquired through previous experience in an institutional or healthcare food service environment.

Demonstrated ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions for the operation of simple equipment and the ability to absorb a suitable course of in-service training.

Must be physically capable of performing food services tasks which includes lifting/carrying up to 18 kg, pushing/pulling force up to 22 kg, reaching, walking, and standing for the duration of the shift.

Must be a self-motivated, self-directed worker who requires minimal supervision with the ability to multi-task duties and work under pressure.

Ability to read menu modifications, policies and procedures, manuals and work assignment sheets.

Ability to write notes on residents eating habits, audit forms and temperature survey sheets.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Resident’s Bill of Rights and Compliance Standards a set out by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care preferred.

Tuberculosis (TB) test and annual influenza immunization is required.

Must possess or be able to obtain Food Handlers Certificate/Safety Awareness Program as offered by the Public Health Services within 60 days of employment. THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.