Food Services Worker
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- General Support
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- COV00055780 Requisition #
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- 10 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Nutrition, Food, Linen and Environmental Services (NFLES) Supervisor and Manager, the Food Service Worker I is responsible for the setup, service, and delivery of resident meals in accordance with prescribed diet orders using Connect Care diet reports. Responsibilities include stocking the kitchen upon delivery of food orders and replenishing nourishment centers, maintaining accurate records of food supplies, and communicating diet-related information between care units and the kitchen to ensure accurate and high-quality meal service. The Food Service Worker portions, packages, and serves food items according to established menus, therapeutic diet protocols, portion control guidelines, and temperature standards within an acute care or continuing care environment. Training in therapeutic diets is provided. Additional duties include providing food service in a retail capacity during cafeteria hours, as well as performing dishwashing, ensuring proper storage of dishes and utensils, and completing regular and scheduled cleaning tasks within the kitchen and food service areas. All duties are carried out in accordance with established operating standards and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies, and procedures of Covenant Health and La Crete Community Health Centre. The role requires interacting with residents, families, visitors, coworkers, supervisors, and managers in a respectful, compassionate, and professional manner. Please note: Classifications Under Review.
Description:
Description: The Food Service Worker portions, packages and/or serves food items according to menu, diet protocol, portion control and temperature standards within an acute care or continuing care setting. The position is also responsible for washing and putting away dishes and cleaning kitchen and surfaces throughout the kitchen. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE General Support Services Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Food Services Worker
- Union: COV AUPE GSS
- Unit and Program: Nutrition Food Linen and Environmental Services
- Primary Location: La Crete Community Hlth Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 17-MAR-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 27-MAR-2026
- Hours per Shift: Varies
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $18.36
- Maximum Salary: $21.15
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications: Completion of Grade 10 or recognized equivalent required.
Additional Required Qualifications:Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluency in English. Proficient in basic computer applications required for daily operations. Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Possesses strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to follow directions, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of attention to detail. Physically capable of meeting the demands of the role, including standing for extended periods and occasionally lifting to 60 lbs. Able to work effectively within a continuing care environment while maintaining professionalism and resilience Northern Allowance: In addition to a competitive rate of pay, Covenant Health currently has a Northern Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $6,300. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Travel Expense Reimbursement: Permanent and temporary employees working in excess of one (1) year whose work sites are above the 57th parallel are also eligible to receive an annual reimbursement of personal travel expenses to an annual maximum of $1,235. Eligible employees will be reimbursed for the cost of one (1) round trip, per calendar year, to any destination within Alberta. Travel must originate from a community above the 57th parallel to any destination within Alberta and cannot be carried over.
Preferred Qualifications:Previous food service experience in a continuing care, healthcare, or institutional setting is preferred. WHMIS certification, Food Safe certification, and coursework in customer service are considered strong assets.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.