General Office Clerk - Nutrition and Food Services

Req ID: 226454
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital 
Department: NFS Patient Food VRH
Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 1 
Union: NSGEU Admin Professionals Position
Posting Closing Date: 21-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager and/or Food Service Supervisor or delegate, the General Office Clerk is responsible for carrying out assigned clerical functions within the Nutrition and Food Services department.

The GOC supports and coordinates efficient daily operations of the service in a professional manner, promotes good working relationships, and supports the service’s philosophy of client and family centered care.

The GOC ensures that the principles and practices that guide NSH such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and interprofessional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Completion of an approved Office Administration or Secretarial course
• One (1) year recent related experience is required
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Demonstrated interpersonal, collaboration and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Demonstrated planning, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills
• Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and ability to work independently
• Demonstrated judgment and decision making skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
• Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizational health
• Demonstrated good attendance in current and past employment
• Exemplary work history as demonstrated in current and past employment
• Physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position
• Travel may be required
• General knowledge of therapeutic diets
• Experience using Vision Menu System
• Experience using Meditech Health Information System
• Competencies in other languages an asset.  French Preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Casual relief, no guaranteed hours

Compensation and Benefits

$23.35 - 25.39 hourly

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.