Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
Secondary School Diploma
Food Service Worker Certificate
Food Handler’s Certificate (course offered by the Public Health Unit)
Previous experience in long-term care food service
Excellent knowledge of HACCP program
Meet requirements of a Physical Demand Analysis (PDA) for the position
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, both verbally and in writing
RESPONSIBILITIES
Take full responsibility for the delivery of nutritious and delicious meals and snacks for residents
Satisfy the nutritional needs of residents by following therapeutic menu plans
Prioritize daily job tasks in order to ensure completion
Promote trust, respect, and cooperation with co-workers through open and honest dialogue
Demonstrate courtesy, a positive attitude, responsibility and excellence
Attend work on a regular basis
Attend in-services to upgrade or improve skills and knowledge
Work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
Carry on duties as assigned by Dietary Manager and Food Service Supervisor
Time Type:
Part timeAt Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience in personal care, nursing, or administration, careers at Extendicare offer you the chance to grow, learn, and make a real difference every single day.
As one of Canada’s largest senior care employers, we’re always looking for compassionate people like you to join our teams across the country. When you choose healthcare jobs with us, you’re not just adapting to new situations, you’re expanding your skills, advancing your practice, and helping people live their best lives through our Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands.