Job ID #31800: Dietary Aide Helper

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #31800: Dietary Aide - Helper 
• Union: Non-Union
• Job Description ID #: 1
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on March 18, 2026. 
• Duration: Periodic posting for all upcoming temporary part-time casual on-call vacancies. Applications will be considered from March 26th- September 26th, 2026.
• Vacancy type: This posting will be used to fill current vacancies, as well as any further vacancies which arise during the period noted above
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
  

The Healthy & Safe Communities Department is committed to its people and is dedicated to building a strong and healthy community. We are passionate about making a difference and are recognized for our excellence. We offer a respectful and supportive workplace that provides life-long learning opportunities, leadership, innovation and performance excellence.

We are looking for high performing public servants who are interested in experiencing a challenging, rewarding, enjoyable, and fulfilling career. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to provide excellent client service in a respectful, courageous, empathetic, just and ethical manner. Your ability to set and achieve personal goals, professional goals and contribute to the goals of the organization will result in high job satisfaction.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to Director of Food Services, the Dietary Helper assists residents at the evening meal times at Macassa Lodge.

GENERAL DUTIES

Assist residents to dining room and prepares for feeding by assisting with putting on bibs.

Assist with evening meal service in the dining room

Feed residents their meals and communicates intake to nursing when required.

Deliver and store food service and resident supplies as required.

Tidy kitchen or dining area as assigned.

Perform other duties as assigned which are related to the responsibilities of the job.

Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous food handling experience is preferred.

2. Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions, with respect to the operation of simple equipment and the ability to absorb an in-house training session.

3. Must possess or be able to obtain Food Handlers Certificate as offered by the Public Health Services within 30 days of employment. Once obtained, must renew at minimum every 5 years.

4. Effective communication skills and the ability to relate to peers and residents in a Long-Term Care Facility.

5. Must be respectful of confidentiality at all times with a demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in a professional and respectful manner.

6. Must be self-motivated, self-directed worker who requires minimal supervision with the ability to multi-task duties and work under pressure.

SALARY:

Salary Grade 1BK

HOURS:

0 – 24 per week

Shifts will be scheduled over evening mealtime

NOTE 1:

As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Reference Check or Vulnerable Sector Screening, at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

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Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship.  If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.