Food Services Associate

We deliver a wide range of healthcare services to the communities of northern York Region and southern Simcoe County. Our advanced regional programs include Cancer Care and Cardiac Care and serve a broader population across the northern GTA and into Simcoe-Muskoka.

Our team of nearly 6,000 staff, physicians, volunteers, students and Patient and Family Advisors are committed to creating an environment where the best experiences happen. As a recognition of our commitment to quality and patient safety, we have received the highest distinction of Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada.

Job Summary

The Food Services Associate performs dietary related tasks such as food portioning, minor food preparation including sandwich making, taking meal selections with patients, tray assembly, tray delivery and soiled tray collection, ware washing, restocking pantries, general sanitation of area, etc. Performs all related sanitation duties as per established procedures and WHMIS guidelines. The Food Services Associate role models the organization’s core competencies.

Skills & Abilities

• Food service work experience preferred
• Food retail experience an asset
• Demonstrated ability to read and write English and displays excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to departmental and legislated health and safety standards
• Must be willing to work required shifts
• Safety awareness
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated problem assessment skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Demonstrated individual leadership skills
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and families as well as other members of the healthcare team within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Regional Health Centre.

oAlways with compassion

oPower of many

oServe with purpose

oEvery voice matters

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