Food Production Worker II - Nutrition & Food Services - Offres d'emploi au Canada - jobs-ca.com

Req ID: 222543
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital 
Department: NFS Nutrition & Food Services SSRH
Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 3 
CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 29-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Responsible to and under the direction of 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 XII 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, no guaranteed hours

Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays 

Compensation and Benefits

$23.25 - $25.84 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.

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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