We are currently seeking Casual Dietary Aide's to join their team at Idlewyld Manor!

Idlewyld Manor is an accredited, non-profit charitable long-term care facility with 192 beds and situated on Hamilton’s west mountain. Our facility sits on a picturesque 13-acre corner lot surrounded by trees and lush gardens and is steeped in a rich history of community service of over 150 years.

Idlewyld Manor is also a part of Thrive Group providing a spectrum of integrated services to support and care for individuals to live as independently as possible and by bringing together like-minded organizations.

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized an awarded as:

• 2026 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team
• 2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada
• 2026 Best Workplaces for Women

We’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace!

We are also excited to offer a $500 signing bonus to new hires!

Reporting to the Food Service Manager, the Dietary Aide is responsible for the provision of highest quality food service to residents, visitors and staff, safe food handling practices and proper sanitation procedures in keeping with Ontario Regulation 243/84 under the Health Protection and Promotion Act (Food Premises). The incumbent is responsible for portioning of meals and desserts, assisting the Cook with food preparation as needed, cleaning dining rooms and serving areas, operation of the dish-washing machine and cleaning equipment. The incumbent may be requested to assume the duties of the cook in his/her absence. The position involves walking, standing, bending, lifting, carrying and moving between refrigerated/freezer areas and areas at room temperature.

Requirements:

• Must be able to read and write English as well as be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must have training and experience in quantity food production and service.
• Must have current Food Handlers Certification.
• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• Must be reliable, conscientious, neat, clean, and demonstrate tact and courtesy in dealing with others.
• Must be flexible and able to work to deadlines.
• French language skills are an asset.

Other organizations are calling this position: Dietary Aide, Food Service Worker, Food Service Assistant, Server, Food Service Aide, Food Porter, Nutrition Aide

Starting Rate: $24.25/hour as per SEIU Collective Agreement.  

We are currently hiring to fill an existing position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted.

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca