Food Services Worker - Healthcare

JOIN OUR TEAM AND HELP LEAD WITH CARE, COMPASSION AND COMMITMENT!

The Food Service Worker plays an essential role in the preparation, service, and clean-up of meals and refreshments for residents, their families, and staff within the assigned facilities. This position requires working safely and collaboratively within the department while rigorously following safe food handling practices to ensure the highest standards of food safety and workplace safety are maintained. Join us in supporting a nurturing dining experience that enhances the quality of life for our residents.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Joseph's Care Group (SJCG), our diverse workforce strengthens our ability to provide culturally competent care and innovative solutions to the complex needs of our clients and communities. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, diverse race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, family status, religion, disability, and socioeconomic status, to help address under-representation and foster greater inclusivity and belonging at SJCG. By promoting a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, we ensure that our values of care, compassion, and commitment are reflected in every aspect of our work. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and are committed to upholding these values, we encourage you to apply and join us in our journey towards a more inclusive and equitable future. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities in our job application and hiring process.

Preference will be given to applicants with a Food Service Worker Certificate
Must possess a minimum of two years food service experience relative to an institutional kitchen
Current Safe Food Handling Certificate (must be kept up to date)
Experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a health care facility
Previous experience with inventory and cost control in a food service operation

Must understand the basics of food preparation, handling and storage
Must be able to adequately read and write English
Assets:
~ Cafeteria and catering experience would be an asset

Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of a complete primary series of Health Canada approved mRNA COVID-19 vaccine or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date. If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded.

As a leading provider of complex care, rehabilitation, long-term care, and mental health and addiction services, SJCG is recognized for its commitment to high-quality compassionate, and people-centred care.
Secure Your Future: Become a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) – our organization will contribute $1.26 for every $1 you invest in your pension, ensuring a strong, stable retirement for your future.
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Commitment to Diversity: We are proud to be an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of every team member.
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If the job is not filled through this process, the posting will remain on our external site until the position is successfully filled.
Applicants who are part of the bargaining unit will be given priority consideration as set out in the relevant collective agreement. This hiring process includes the use of AI-enabled systems for administrative and candidate management purposes.