Job Description
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our culinary team you will assist with plating and serving of meals. and will be responsible for cleaning serving areas, as well as equipment. While following established policies, procedures and standards. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.
This position is for our Kildonan Personal Care Home, located in Winnipeg, MB.
What you’ll be doing
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Serves food to residents according to individual diets and preferences. Observes time limits for meal serving. Maintains foods at proper serving temperature.
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Assists Cooks to clean and prepare such uncooked food as salads, vegetables, and fruits. Follows basic instructions in preparing such simple foods as breakfast items, basic desserts, and garnishes.
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Clears plates and trays, loads, and operates dishwasher. Cleans pots, pans, and cooking utensils as per procedure.
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Participates in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers.
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Adheres to established departmental policies, procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment, and infection control.
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Assembles nourishment carts. Stocks unit kitchenettes.
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Participates in facility meetings as assigned. Attends in-service education programs.
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Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
What you bring
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High School Diploma or Higher Academic Certification
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Degree/ Diploma in nutrition or Food Service Program is an asset.
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Previous dietary skills, knowledge, and experience with institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality food service environments is an asset.
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Must meet the physical requirements of the position (standing for long periods of time, moderate to heavy lifting, fast paced environment).
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Ability to read and write in English as well as to understand simple verbal and written instructions in English.
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Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures.
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Successful candidate must be available to work, days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
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Must provide a complete and current (within three months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
What you’ll get
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Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
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Employee Perks
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Recognition Programs
- Robust benefits package
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.
Time Type:
Part time
At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
