As an integral member of the Nutrition Department, the principal responsibilities of the NUTRITION AIDE include: receiving of food and supplies using FIFO principles, reheating, preparing and portion required items for client meal trays and snacks; assembling client meal trays; ware washing and cleaning; performing cross-functional duties as assigned and/or required; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

At minimum, completion of high school or recognized equivalent

1 month practical and related experience

Ability to read/understand short notes, brief forms and memos

Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job: able to lift up to 10 kg, unloading and receiving food and supplies; pushing Z racks during pickup and delivery of meals

Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards

Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task

Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy

Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies

Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand

Will be required to work on alternating weekends and statutory holidays

May be required to work at multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code