Current Opportunities

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At Hospice Fredericton, we are a compassionate and dedicated team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families during their most challenging times. Join us in providing exceptional care, comfort, and support to our community.

Explore our current open positions below and select the tab for the role you’re interested in learning more about.

Food Services/CookHousekeeperInternships and Volunteer School Credits

Are you passionate about cooking and making a meaningful difference in your community? At Hospice Fredericton, we are seeking a dedicated Casual Cook to join our compassionate team. This role offers an opportunity to create nourishing meals while supporting patients, families, and staff in a warm and caring environment. With a focus on teamwork, creativity, and client care, this position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and is committed to excellence. We offer free parking, employer-paid learning opportunities, and a workplace where you’ll feel valued and supported.

Does this sound like you? Read on to learn more about the tasks, qualifications, and benefits of this rewarding role.

Tasks

  • Determine the size of food portions and costs
  • Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
  • Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
  • Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
  • Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
  • Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
  • Clean kitchen and work areas
  • Wash, peel and cut vegetables and fruit
  • Use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs
  • Take customers’ orders
  • Sharpen kitchen knives
  • Scour pots and pans
  • Sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand
  • Replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving areas
  • Remove kitchen garbage and trash
  • Portion and wrap foods
  • Handle and store cleaning products
  • Clear and clean tables, trays and chairs
  • Clean and sanitize items such as dishwasher mats, carts and waste disposal units
  • Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances and equipment
  • Prepare, heat and finish simple food items
  • Operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware and flatware
  • Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other storage areas
  • Place dishes in storage area
  • Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
  • Safe Food Handling certificate
  • Food Safety Certificate

Type of operation

  • Baking or cooking

Food specialties

  • Bakery goods and desserts

Equipment and machinery experience

  • Conventional oven

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Attention to detail
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

  • Client focus
  • Dependability
  • Initiative
  • Reliability
  • Team player
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Creativity
  • Positive attitude

Benefits

  • Free parking available
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • Team building opportunities

To apply send cover letter with resume and references to: 
Jessica Carriere, Director of Clinical Services
jcarriere@hospicefredericton.ca

REPORTS TO:  House Keeping Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY: 

In accordance with Hospice plans and policies, the Housekeeper will work in partnership with all staff to maintain a safe, clean and attractive environment within the Residential Hospice Facility. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

General Duties: 

  • Provide housekeeping/laundry services in a caring and sensitive manner that respects the privacy and dignity of patients and family members. 
  • Accommodate any reasonable request involving housekeeping. 
  • Terminally clean rooms prior to patient admissions. 
  • Create and maintain a physical environment that contributes to quality of life for patients, families and tenants of Hospice House. 
  • Maintain positive patient/family/team interactions by building a welcoming, helpful environment. 
  • Work closely with maintenance staff and volunteers to maintain a clean, safe environment. 
  • Positively represents Hospice within the community. 
  • Abide by all Hospice policies and maintain confidentiality of patient/family and Hospice information. 
  • Regular cleaning of all common areas, patient rooms, bathrooms, Adult Day Center, Family Lounge and family rooms as necessary. 

Health, Safety and Security: 

  • Observe and practice safe work habits and observe all rules and policies related to health and safety. 

Report any safety hazards immediately to Supervisor 
 
To apply send cover letter with resume and references to: 
Jessica Carriere, Director of Clinical Services
jcarriere@hospicefredericton.ca

When you start school in the Fall, consider Hospice Fredericton for any internships or required volunteer credits! We have a number of areas that would provide you with on-the-job training and valuable experience:

– Nursing and Healthcare
– Gerontology
– Marketing and Communications
– Business Administration
– Social Work
– Retail Management

and much, much more!