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Kitchen Porter

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. 

 

We are proud to operate three non-profit long-term care homes where our employees make a meaningful contribution on the lives of the residents by providing quality care in a family-like atmosphere. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also recognized as a Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) Best Practice Spotlight organization.

 

You make a positive difference in people’s lives because you provide high quality customer centered services.  You operate within a highly ethical environment and will be accountable for going the extra mile, listening to your customers, creatively meeting needs and always being respectful to those you serve.  As a result, you will be part of a qualified and strategic team recognized widely for caring, excellence, integrity, inclusiveness and flexibility.

 

To be considered for interview, you must have a Vulnerable Sector Check completed by your local municipal police within the last 6 months or proof of application.

 

Posting ID: 3627
Department: Social & Community Services
Division: Services For Seniors
Pay Range: $21.30 - $22.52/hour
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 8 hours per week
Work Location: Allendale Long Term Care Facility - 185 Ontario Street, Milton
Employee Group: OPSEU LTC
Posting Date: November 15, 2024
Application Deadline: November 22, 2024

 

 

Job Summary

The Kitchen Porter ensures the cleanliness and sanitization of products in the production kitchen as well as organizing the inventory. This position is also responsible for the safe disposal of food waste, garbage and recycling.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Washes, rinses and sanitizes portable equipment and pans from the production kitchen staff.
  • Cleans and sanitizes storage food processing areas, large equipment and insulated transport delivery cambro carts.
  • Gathers and empties garbage and recycling for the area and transports / places them in the outdoor garbage and recycling bins.
  • Monitors and records sanitizer levels to prevent bacterial contamination.
  • Stores all equipment and pans in a safe and secure manner.
  • Coordinates and prioritizes duties with other team members to ensure that all equipment is available for use as required.
  • Accountable for handling food waste in a safe manner.
  • Stocks food containers and supplies needed for food production.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
     

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

  • Current Food Hander Certificate.
  • Strong teamwork and customer service skills are required along with the ability to prioritize.

 

Preferred  

  • Experience working in a large quantity food preparation environment an asset as well as experience in a long-term care home.
  • Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker training program at an established college or registered private career college in Ontario.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

  • Must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the position including lifting, pushing, pulling and handling heavy objects up to 50 lbs.

 

Employment Conditions

  • Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check.
  • Current two-step tuberculosis test (obtained within the past six (6) months).

Important information about your application:

  • In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
  • Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.   
  • Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
  • We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
  • Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
  • If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

 

Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. 

 

 

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