Culinary Assistant - PRN Days

About the Role

A culinary assistant prepares and serves food in accordance with safety, nutritional, and departmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation using standardized recipes and planned menus.
• Serve and portion food per patient diet orders, ensuring proper temperature and presentation.
• Manage food receiving, storage, and inventory to prevent waste and ensure availability.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment following infection-control protocols.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and maintain kitchen safety standards.
• Use menu-management software to update patient information and generate tray tickets.
• Handle cash register operations, process transactions accurately, and maintain security.
• Adhere to confidentiality, dress code, and professional standards.
• Participate in training, quality improvement, and compliance activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; food handler certification may be required.
• At least 1 year of food service experience, preferably in healthcare or similar setting.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, safe food handling, and relevant food codes.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn menu-management systems.
• Effective communication skills in English and good attendance.
• Ability to perform duties respecting lifespan growth principles and safety standards.