Spoonies Employment Agency

12/31/2024

UPDATE: 2024 has seen a lot of changes for Spoonies Agency. Stay tuned for further announcements! (details in comments)

07/13/2024

04/22/2024

Worker-owned co-ops put power back into the hands of the people! Instead of bosses reaping all the profits, employees share ownership and decision-making. This leads to fairer wages, better working conditions, and community investment.

01/01/2024

Happy New Year #2024 from the Spoonies crew

11/28/2023

10/18/2023

10/03/2023

Self care is important in any workplace

08/22/2023

WANTED: Dietary Aide - for emergency callouts at an elderly care home.
Job Description: The Dietary Aide provides support to the set up, preparation, serving and clean up associated with all meal services in the Residence/Home.
Key Responsibilities:
- To serve meals to residents and guests in a professional and courteous manner;
- To assist in the set up and preparation for service of various items such as beverages, salads, desserts, etc.;
- To set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required;
- To assist with cleaning of dishware, cutlery at the conclusion of each seating as required;
- To assist with maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen and dining area as required;
- To assist with catering, and actively participate in special occasions and theme events;
- To assist in the orientation and training of new dietary employees;
- To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;
- To comply with all provincial regulations and established department policies and procedures;
- To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
- To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;
- To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place;
- To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
- To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
- To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct;
- To complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate
- Preference will be given to individuals who have previous experience in the food service industry and working with seniors
- Must possess or be enrolled in Food Service Worker Training Program
- Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
- Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand/walk for majority of shift
- Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.
- Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
Contact Phoenix - [email protected]
www.spooniesagency.com

08/22/2023

WANTED: Experienced Cook for Emergency Callouts at an Elderly Care Home.

Job Description:
Reporting to the Food Services Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.

Key Responsibilities

- To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees;
- To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively;
- To ensure use of proper food handling techniques;
- To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form;
- To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic/specialty diets according to planned menus;
- To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place;
- To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments;
- To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget;
- To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures;
- To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days;
- To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions;
- To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
- To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
- To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;
- To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
- To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct;
- To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate
- Red Seal Certificate
- Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting
- Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating
- Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets
- Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift
- Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset
- Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

Contact Phoenix - [email protected]

Spoonies is a Staffing and Employment Agency that specializes in providing work for people of all skills and abilities. What if you could succeed?What if you could find a workplace that accepted and supported you as a whole person? What if you had a team placing you in supportive workplaces? What if...

07/25/2023

We are looking for someone with graphic design knowledge and experience. Please message for more details.