Food Services Attendant

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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, smallwares 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.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Valid Food Handlers Certificate required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English effectively, with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently in a time-sensitive environment.

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.

St. Boniface Hospital is committed to empowering a workforce that welcomes and celebrates diversity by fostering culturally safe places for all employees. We strive to celebrate our diverse workforce and the outstanding work we do every day.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective bargaining agreement.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

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.