Student Food Service Aides

The Region of Durham is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within our organization and the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are Indigenous, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our workforce, including those who experience systemic barriers.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request, based on any Code-protected ground.

Location

Our Long Term Care Division is currently accepting applications from post-secondary students who are interested in working as Student Food Service Aides from May to August 2026 at one of the following locations :

• Fairview Lodge in Whitby
• Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa
• Hillsdale Terraces in Oshawa
• Lakeview Manor in Beaverton

Food Service Aide

As as Student Food Service Aide, you will :

The successful applicant will possess :

Hourly Rate :

The current hourly rate for this position is $21.53.

Hours of Work :

You may be scheduled to work a combination of 8-hr and 4-hr shifts ranging from approximately 7 : 00 am to 7 : 00 pm, including 2-3 weekends per month. Schedules are prepared based on operational needs of the home; we do not schedule based on your availability or around another work schedule. You must also maintain reasonable availability to pick up extra shifts, over and above the posted schedule, to allow the home to meet operational needs and provide short-notice coverage.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants are expected to comply with the Region of Durham's Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct Policies throughout the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated within two (2) months from date of hire. Additionally, tuberculosis screening will be required in accordance with the FLTC Act (O.Reg. 246 / 22). Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will also be collected. Finally, compliance with the Mask Fit Testing Program is required and will be coordinated as part of the orientation process.

External Application Process

Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle.  We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered will be contacted.  Please apply online ( www.durham.ca ) no later than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting.

The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.  If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at : RecruitingHelp@durham.ca and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region’s Accommodation and Accessibility policies.  Please note that resumes should not be sent to RecruitingHelp@durham.ca .

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