Casual Dietary Aide

Location: Maples Personal Care Home, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Position Type: Casual / Part-Time
Start Date: August 30, 2025

At Extendicare, we believe that teamwork, compassion, and celebrating everyday achievements create an environment where residents and team members alike can thrive. As a valued part of our culinary team at Maples Personal Care Home, you'll play a key role in enhancing the health and well-being of our residents through quality meal preparation and service.

As a Dietary Aide, you will:

• Plate and serve meals in accordance with residents’ individual diets and preferences

• Maintain food at proper serving temperatures and observe strict time limits for meal service

• Follow instructions to prepare basic food items such as breakfast foods, simple desserts, and garnishes

• Clean serving areas, kitchen equipment, dishes, and utensils following infection control and safety standards

• Properly store and label dietary supplies and leftover food items

• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and in-service education as assigned

• Adhere to departmental policies and procedures including quality assurance, safety, fire safety, and environmental protocols

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor

• Food Handler’s Certificate (current and valid - preferred)

• Experience in a Long-Term Care (LTC) or health care setting is preferred (0-1 year)

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform moderate to heavy lifting

• Ability to understand, read, and follow written and verbal English instructions

• Strong commitment to safety and following established procedures

• Must be available to work days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays

• A supportive team environment focused on mentorship and lifelong learning

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Access to employee perks and recognition programs

• A meaningful career that makes a daily difference in the lives of others

Extendicare is a leading provider of senior care services across Canada. With a network of over 115 care homes and a dedicated team of 23,700 employees, we are united in our mission to provide exceptional, person-centered care to seniors in our communities.