Part-time Dietary Aide

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5 : 00 AM

Join the County of Elgin as a Part‑time Dietary Aide at Terrace Lodge!

Terrace Lodge is a 100‑bed long‑term care home in the Township of Malahide. Our home is situated in beautiful Elgin County and features private and semi‑private accommodation with 24‑hour nursing care. Outdoor areas to relax with family, as well as living and dining areas, are available for resident enjoyment. A host of entertainment and recreational programs, animal‑assisted therapy, spiritual care, and exercise programming are available.

Position Title : Dietary Aide

Type : Part‑time

Compensation : $27.11 - $27.56 / hour as per collective agreement

About the Role :

As a Dietary Aide, you will be responsible for basic food preparation, assisting the Cook where needed, and handling food in accordance with safety and sanitary regulations. You will also be responsible for service of food, setting and clearing tables, and receiving goods delivered to the dietary department. Attention to detail is key, as you will keep accurate records while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment (knowing the proper procedures for operating and cleaning all equipment, utensils, work services, etc. used in food service areas).

Qualifications :

• Successful completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker program meeting the requirements of the Fixing Long‑Term Care Act, 2021
• A passion for serving others and providing quality care
• Cook diploma (an asset)

What You Can Expect as an Employee :

Conditions of Employment :

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

The County of Elgin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the company will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Please inform the HR Department of the nature of any accommodation(s) to ensure your equal participation by emailing jobs@legin.ca with the job title in the subject line.

We thank all those that apply and appreciate your interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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