Posted 4 months ago
Dietary Aide
@ Prairie Mountain Health
Dauphin, Manitoba
Overview
Prairie Mountain Health is hiring a part-time Dietary Aide to support food service assembly, production, distribution and cleaning in its Nutrition Services department. The work covers preparing and serving therapeutic and texture-modified meals, keeping kitchen and dining areas sanitary, and operating the cash register. Candidates need Grade 10 and a Food Handler certificate or the willingness to obtain one within six months.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and assemble meals per approved menus and therapeutic guidelines
- Serve meals to clients and deliver trays and carts
- Clean and sanitize kitchen, dining and equipment areas
- Label, date and store leftovers and monitor stock levels
- Operate the cash register and assist with audits
Requirements summary:
- Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards)
- Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or obtain within six months
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Internet applications
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
- Oral and written communication skills
- Respect for a culturally diverse population and confidentiality
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Food & beverage |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Store |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Prairie Mountain Health
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Full company description
Whether you are starting out, or you are a seasoned professional, Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) has a variety of career opportunities to suit your unique goals and needs. Learn, grow and succeed with us at Prairie Mountain Health, the largest region in Western Manitoba! PMH employs over 7,500 employees who work together to improve the physical, mental, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals, families and communities in Western Manitoba.
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Whether you are starting out, or you are a seasoned professional, Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) has a variety of career opportunities to suit your unique goals and needs. Learn, grow and succeed with us at Prairie Mountain Health, the largest region in Western Manitoba! PMH employs over 7,500 employees who work together to improve the physical, mental, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals, families…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Brandon, Manitoba |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 887 |
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QUALIFICATIONS
* Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards)
* Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within six (6) months
* Other combinations of education and experience will be considered
* Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
* Demonstrated dexterity, speed, and efficient work methods
* Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
* Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
* Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
* Ability to display independent judgment
* Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
* Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
* Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Manager, Nutrition Services or Nutrition Services Supervisor and coordination of the Cook, Lead Hand or Clerk, the Dietary Aide is responsible for performing the following activities according to related policies and procedures and any government regulations and legislation: assists in all aspects of food service assembly, production and distribution to related areas with emphasis on portion control, waste control, proper sanitation and safety; ensures all food preparation adheres to menu and therapeutic specifications; maintains preparation areas, storage areas, and meal service areas in clean and sanitary condition; monitors and ensures food is served at optimal temperatures and leftovers are properly used; operates cash register and completes related cash procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Overview:
- Assists in the training and/or orientation of Nutrition Services staff and students.
- Ensures familiarity with all diets, the use of reference materials, and technical terms used in Nutrition Services.
- Adheres to the approved menu and therapeutic guidelines regarding the preparation and serving of therapeutic and/or texture-modified diets.
- Makes necessary changes to the client menus as directed in consultation with the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or Registered Dietitian.
- Assists with food preparation as directed. This includes but is not limited to toast, cereal, nourishments, salads, cold food prep, sandwiches, desserts, beverages.
- Assembles/serves meals to clients in accordance with portion standards and serving guidelines (tray, dining room, or cafeteria service).
- Delivers food carts/trays to designated areas and collects soiled trays/dishes.
- Sets, clears, cleans and sanitizes dining room tables.
- Prepares and delivers items for catered functions.
- Performs cashier function.
- Washes dishes, pots, pans, and utensils in accordance with sanitation standards.
- Maintains sanitary conditions by thoroughly cleaning related Nutrition Services areas and equipment as per cleaning schedules.
- Follows established safe work procedures for all relevant equipment and tasks.
- Ensures all relevant equipment is clean and operating efficiently.
- Ensures appropriate labeling, dating and storing or discarding of left overs, including hazardous food sample maintenance.
- Checks, orders, receives, monitors and unpack supplies as directed by the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or designate.
- Maintains par stock levels in designated areas.
- Assists with inventory procedures.
- Assists/participates in departmental quality control audits and procedures.
- Sundry duties as assigned.
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