Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Simpson.
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The incumbent prepares safe nutritious meals for the residents of the Elder Care Home located at the Fort Simpson Health Center under the supervision of the Head/Assistant Cook. The Relief Dietary Aide assists the Head/Assistant Cook in the overall operation of food service delivery to ensure a healthy and balanced diet to the elders.
The incumbent works as part of the dietary team to provide meal service to residents of an 18 bed LTC facility as well as special requests from within the Health Authority. Failure to perform duties completely, safely and promptly would directly affect the service delivery of this function, and may impact the well-being and comfort of the residents.
- Thorough knowledge of food, food preparation and equipment, safe food handling, and proper storage methods.
- Thorough knowledge and skills related to nutrition, cooking, serving methods, and portion control.
- Reliable and able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Must have the ability to formulate and communicate procedures, meal plans, and schedules.
- Customer service focused.
- The ability to speak South Slavey would be an asset.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Completion of Red Seal Trades certificate or 2-4 years' experience working in an institutional food services environment.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
9602 100 STREET
BOX 240
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 695-7233
Fax (867) 695-3254
[email protected]
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
