Food Service I

If you like to cook and prepare food, keep a clean and tidy kitchen and workspace, and you are detail-oriented, this position is perfect for you! In addition to portioning food items, duties include serving patients and customers and sanitizing equipment, tables, and serving areas. Nutritious food plays an important role in a patient’s healing. Working in the Food Service department, you’ll make a significant difference by providing excellent customer service as well as ensuring that patients and customers have healthy, nourishing meals. The Town of High Prairie (population approx. 2,380) is the “Gateway to the Mighty Peace,” located in northern Alberta’s Big Lakes County about 370 kilometres northwest of Edmonton. High Prairie has a thriving tourism industry, particularly in the warmer summer months. There are many attractions at the nearby lakes, including events such as the Golden Walleye Classic. The community offers arts and plenty of social activities, or you can hike, bike, or fish the best spots on your days off. There’s something for everyone! AHS is Canada’s first and largest province-wide, fully-integrated health system and a top employer for young people and diversity. Work for a supportive employer with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. The High Prairie facility also offers an additional $2.75 premium per hour for evening shifts and an additional $3.23 premium per hour for weekend shifts. Feel good knowing that your work provides improved health and a high quality patient experience. Apply today!

As a Food Service I, you will be responsible for performing a variety of routine tasks associated with basic food preparation in accordance with AHS standards and procedures. Your typical duties may include packaging and portioning food items, preparing food according to set guidelines and menus, serving meals to patients and customers and cleaning and sanitizing equipment, dishes, tables and serving areas.

Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent. Physically capable to lift food, supplies and equipment up to 46lbs and must be able to push/pull meal carts up to 250lbs. This position requires you to walk and stand on your feet for the duration of your shift.

Requires basic computer skills. Food Safe Handling Certificate is required within three months. To work as part of a team, to be organized, perform duties independently and have the ability to work and learn quickly. Demonstrate interpersonal skills and customer service skills. Ability to read, write, speak and receive instruction in English. Must be physically fit and be able to perform heavy lifting up to 20 kg.

As required.