Diet Technician in Yellowknife, Canada

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

We’ve been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

Job Description

WHAT’S THE JOB?

At Dexterra, we create exceptional customer experiences that make our clients shine. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together to turn problems into solutions and challenges into moments of ingenuity.

As a Diet Technician, reporting to the Food Services Manager, at Stanton Territorial Hospital, you will provide support for the Cooks and Dietary Aides in performing the more routine aspects of in-patient menu selection (tray ticket selection & printing), performing advanced ordering (on the floors with patients), checking the correctness of assembled meals (tray line), processing diet orders and diet change requests (DSN – Dietary Special Needs) from RD; and performing other related diet duties as required. Food Safety & HACCP Regulations is a top priority, and all procedures must be followed at all times.

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Diet/Nutrition qualifications &/or training

• 2 year experience in similar role in an Acute Healthcare environment

• Basic (Level 1) Food Safe Certificate mandatory. Advanced (Level 2) Food Safety preferred.

• Ability to effectively communicate in English (oral and written)

• Must be able to work cooperatively and efficiently in a team Demonstrates good organizational and time management skills

• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a busy environment

• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

• Reliable, with attention to detail and ability to work efficiently to high cleaning standards

• Any other duties as assigned by Supervisor &/or Manager

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work flexible shifts, days, evenings, and weekends, as per posted schedule.

• Physical demand includes, but are not limited to walking, standing, reaching, pulling, pushing, and lifting up to 50 lbs. frequently

• Will be constantly exposed to high temperatures in the kitchen environment, as well as exposure to cold

• Long periods of standing

• Vulnerable police check is mandatory

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Be part of an industry that’s more important than ever!

• Career advancement opportunities.

• We are growing!

• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

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Additional Information

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors.

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