Food Production Worker II - Nutrition & Food Services

2024-05-25 | Nova Scotia Health Authority | Other | Bridgewater | Canada

Perks & Benefits:

Location:

90 Glen Allan Dr, Bridgewater, NS

Req ID: 164065
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital
Department: NFS Nutrition & Food Services SSRH
Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3% FTE) x 2 position(s)
Status: CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 30-May-24

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Responsible to and under the direction of the Manager of Nutrition and Food services as well as the Food Service Supervisor, the Food Production Worker is responsible for performing routine assigned duties in meal preparation, heating/reheating of food, meal service, cafeteria and catering service and cleaning related to providing quality, safe and nutritious food as per the food service model to the patients, clients and customers of the facility/community.

The Food Production Worker may work in a rural setting where the Food Service Supervisor is accessible (via phone or email) but not physically available. The Food Production Worker will exhibit sound professional judgment and independent thought while working within the framework of the organization.

The Food Production Worker ensures that the principles and practices that guide the NSHA such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and inter-professional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Grade 12 or equivalent
Minimum one (1) year experience in cooking and food preparation
Successful completion of Food Handlers Course within the past five years
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other staff, clients and management
Willingness to learn, accept direction and work effectively in a team environment following established policies and procedures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to follow written and oral instructions
Demonstrated ability to use sound professional judgment, initiative and problem solving skills
Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
Physical capabilities to perform duties of the position including heavy lifting; working flexible hours, withstanding the demands of walking and standing during shifts; and working in an environment with heat and temperature fluctuations
Travel between sites will be required
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Casual Relief

Shifts include days and weekends

Travel may be required

Compensation and Incentives

$21.49- $23.88 Hourly

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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