Locations: Gardens of Peterborough Retirement Residence; Orchard View Gardens Retirement Residence; Station Place (Havelock, ON); Moira Place (Tweed, ON); Centennial Place (Millbrook, ON)
Status: Full-Time / Part-Time
Shifts: Various shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Pay Rate Disclosure:
- Gardens of Peterborough: $17.60 per hour
- Orchard View Gardens: starting at $17.60 per hour
- Long-Term Care Homes: $21.51 – $21.71 per hour
Starting rate, wage progression, and premiums are determined by the applicable collective agreement.
About AON
At AON, our dining services teams play an important role in creating a welcoming, home-like environment for our residents. We are committed to delivering exceptional care, comfort, and service—where every meal contributes to a positive resident experience. Join our team and make a meaningful difference every day.
Position Summary
As a Dietary Aide, you will support the delivery of a high-quality dining experience by assisting with meal service, food preparation, and maintaining clean and safe dining and kitchen environments.
Working as part of a collaborative team, you will ensure meals are served efficiently, safely, and in accordance with residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and applicable regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Resident Service
- Take meal orders and serve food and beverages in a professional, courteous manner
- Deliver and pick up meal trays and snack carts
- Ensure meals meet individual dietary requirements and preferences
- Support special events, themed meals, and functions
Food Preparation & Service
- Assist with preparation of meals, snacks, and beverages
- Reheat and portion food according to established standards
- Maintain proper food temperatures and safe food handling practices
Cleaning & Sanitation
- Clean and sanitize dining rooms, kitchens, equipment, and dishware
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow Public Health, MLTC, and company sanitation standards
- Report equipment issues and supply needs
Communication & Teamwork
- Work collaboratively with dietary, care, and interdisciplinary teams
- Support onboarding and training of new staff
- Communicate resident concerns or changes in condition to nursing staff
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Follow WHMIS, infection prevention and control (IPAC), and workplace safety standards
- Adhere to all Public Health, RHA/MLTC, and company policies
- Participate in safety programs, including fire and occupational health & safety
Qualifications
- Valid Safe Food Handler certification required
- WHMIS certification required
- Smart Serve certification (for retirement location) required
- Food Service Worker certificate or equivalent experience is an asset
- Previous experience in food service, healthcare, hospitality, or institutional settings preferred
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Physically capable of performing required duties
- Reliable, organized, and available to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
- Professional appearance and commitment to cleanliness and service standards
Why Join AON?
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for growth, training, and development
- Commitment to resident comfort, safety, and satisfaction
- Competitive compensation and benefits
Additional Information
This posting is used to build an ongoing talent pool for opportunities across multiple sites. Vacancies at unionized locations will be posted internally in accordance with the applicable collective agreement before external applicants are considered.
We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in our hiring process—every application is reviewed by our team.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
AON Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
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Pay: $17.60-$21.71 per hour
Work Location: In person
