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Temporary Part-time Dietary Aide

@ County of Elgin

St. Thomas, Ontario

$27.11–$27.56/hr
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Overview

The County of Elgin is hiring a temporary part-time Dietary Aide at Elgin Manor, a 90-bed long-term care home in Southwold, Ontario. The role covers basic food preparation, food service, dish and table work, and receiving deliveries, paid $27.11 to $27.56 per hour under the collective agreement. Conditions include a Vulnerable Sector criminal record check and two-step TB screening.

Pay:

$27.11–$27.56 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare basic food and assist the Cook
  • Handle food under safety and sanitary regulations
  • Serve food, set and clear tables
  • Receive goods delivered to the dietary department
  • Keep accurate records and clean equipment

Requirements summary:

  • Food Service Worker program completed or in progress (Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021)
  • Current Food Handling Certificate
  • Passion for serving others
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Cook diploma (an asset)

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Employer posting date
2026-10-06
First seen by our source
2026-10-13
Source record updated
2026-10-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentFood & beverage
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingCare home, Store
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsFood Handling Certificate, Food Service Worker program
Background checksvulnerable sector
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, Racialized people
Fields of studyFood Service Worker
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan

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County of Elgin

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The County of Elgin provides a safe, pleasant community for all citizens through a variety of services designed to promote quality of life and our rich heritage.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 450 Sunset Drive, St. Thomas, Ontario N5R 5V1, CA
Business categories
  • Government
  • Local
  • Non Profit
  • Social Assistance
  • National Services & Agencies
  • Government and public administration
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  • County of Elgin
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0

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The County of Elgin provides a safe, pleasant community for all citizens through a variety of services designed to promote quality of life and our rich heritage.

FieldValue
IndustryGovernment Administration
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersSt. Thomas, Ontario
Organization typeGovernment Agency
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Job description


Join the County of Elgin as a Temporary Part-time Dietary Aide at Elgin Manor!

Elgin Manor is a 90-bed long-term care facility situated in the Township of Southwold, just a few minutes outside of St. Thomas, Ontario. Each home area is equipped with recreation rooms, sitting areas, and television lounges to enhance programming, socialization, and visits from family and friends. Elgin Manor also features multiple outdoor garden patio areas and walkways in a tranquil rural setting, right in the heart of beautiful Elgin County.

Position Title: Dietary Aide

Type: Part-time, Temporary

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

# of Vacancies: 1 existing vacancy

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
  • Current Food Handling Certificate
  • A passion for serving others and providing quality care
  • Cook diploma (an asset)
  • Excellent communication skills

What You Can Expect as an Employee:

  • Competitive compensation + 14% in lieu of benefits and 4% vacation pay, paid every pay.
  • Offered enrollment in the OMERS Pension Plan (if enrolled, in lieu of benefits will reduce to 9%)
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
  • Rewarding and meaningful work
  • Flexible scheduling through the Staff Schedule Care app, including shift swapping and giveaways

Conditions of Employment:

  • Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to the County of Elgin.
  • Satisfactory 2-step Tuberculosis (TB) screening documentation.

Apply now! To be considered, please complete the application process through our website https://www.elgincounty.ca/careers/.

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 [email protected] 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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