General Worker - Food Services

About IWK Health

IWK Health is a well-regarded academic health sciences center located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. It provides tertiary and primary care annually to approximately two million children, youth, adults, and families throughout the Atlantic region. The organization employs around 4000 staff, including physicians, volunteers, and learners across various sites in Nova Scotia. Employees are offered extensive training, mentorship, and a collaborative environment where values are aligned and successes are celebrated. IWK Health supports its community through enhanced benefits, wellness programs, and actively promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion across its workforce and patient care.

IWK Health operates from Mi'kma'ki, the traditional and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people. It recognizes the rich history of Indigenous, African Nova Scotian, and diverse communities across the region. The institution is committed to fostering an anti-racist, equitable, and inclusive environment and encourages applications from those who self-identify from underrepresented groups.

Role Overview

The General Worker in Food Services reports to the Manager of Food Services and directly to the Food Services Supervisor. The responsibilities include distributing par-stock items to various units, assisting with basic food preparation and portioning according to assigned duties, restocking supplies, maintaining cleanliness within the department, serving meals, taking orders, and supporting a team-based approach to ensure efficient service delivery.

Working Hours

Shifts may vary from 3 to 11.25 hours and include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as the Food Services department operates 24 hours a day. Flexibility is necessary, and the role requires working varied shifts, including back shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Preferred recent experience or training within a food service environment.
• Food Handlers Course is required or must be obtained within one year of employment.
• WHMIS certification is required or must be completed within six months of hire.
• Proven ability to work effectively in teams and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service abilities are essential.
• Knowledge of additional languages is considered an asset.

Additional Information

IWK Health follows union agreements, with this role covered under the Unifor Service and Support Bargaining Unit. Preference is given to existing bargaining unit members for unionized jobs. Candidates changing employment status or bargaining units should clarify impacts on seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlements before accepting the position. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory background checks and credential verification.

If selected for assessment processes like interviews or tests, candidates may request accommodations to ensure equitable participation. Applicants are thanked for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.