Food Service Worker Program

The food industry directly employs more than 270,000 people in Canada and bags almost $100 billion in annual sales. With brawling sales in restaurants, demand for skills and food service worker program is growing every day.

FOOD SERVICE WORKER COURSE MISSISSAUGA

BITTS has been providing quality education through practical skills to numerous students willing to pursue careers in the food service industry. Ontario has food safety guidelines, therefore we outlined the course to provide the best knowledge practices. Our food service worker program structure is designed for students. It will educate in areas such as sanitation, nutrition & health, and medical emergencies. 280 hours of a classroom lesson and 120 hours of work placement, we bring out the best of the best food service workers to the Canadian market.

We help our students in every step of their studies. Apart from the traditional academic support, we guide our students in finding a career. All members of our staff and academics are always ready to help you with job search, resume, cover letter and career development.

If you are looking for help to prepare for your food handler certification, we have a short course available to help you accomplish it. Moreover, we are offering a diploma as a food service worker course if you want to build your career in the food industry.

If you are reading this, you know you are at the right place!

IELTS is Mandatory to Settle in Canada

Canada is one of the best places to live on an affordable budget. The quality of living is better here, especially for immigrants. There are greater chances for the newcomers who aim at Permanent Residency and Canadian Citizenship. Here the community is student-friendly, and the quality of education is good that adapts the students for a better career. Following are the steps for immigrants to be taken care of while studying and working in Canada.

Studying in Canada: Step-by-Step Instructions for International Students

The Basic Steps for Starting the Application Procedures:

English Proficiency Test

English language test such as IELTS is mandatory to apply in any institute in Canada. Every college and university has different minimum criteria to meet. Every test has different versions for academics and permanent residency to exemplify IELTS academic and general traning, CELPIP LS and General.

How to Apply?

Choose the course – the program chosen is one of the significant steps in receiving your study permit application. You must have good valid reasons to select the specific program, and it is always better to choose the course based on your previous working experience and education history.

Apply to the college – After deciding the program to learn, apply to the college at the earliest. The Letter of Acceptance is significant to apply for the study permit. 

Apply for the study permit – once you have received the LOA, you can apply for the study permit.

Start the Application Process by Collecting the Required Documents 

To get started with the procedures, make sure you have the required documents like:

• the Letter of Acceptance from your college (LOA)
• proof to show that you have enough money in your account to study in Canada (GIC)
• Language Proficiency Proof (IELTS/TOFEL/PTE)
• identity and required documents such as Passport, birth certificates, medical exams, bio-metrics, etc.

Final Steps for Receiving Canadian Study Permit

The students should meet the eligibility criteria for receiving the study permit as per the documents checklist. Unless you do not have the mentioned documents, there is a high probability the immigration officer can reject your application. 

For submitting your application, there are two methods – electronic application and paper-based application. Firstly, you need to create an account on the IRCC website. If you are applying for your application electronically, the documents should be scanned electronically and submitted for the application procedures. As in paper-based applications, the required forms are collected and mailed to the Visa Application Centre of your country.

Finally, you receive your study permit when you arrive at the Canadian Port of Entry. Show POE introduction letter to the immigration officer for a safe landing in Canada. 

Physiotherapists Assistant

With ever-increasing numbers of aging people requiring assistance to continue a full active life, along with changes to the way health care services are delivered, the need has never been greater for Physiotherapists (PTs) and their assistants.

In BITTS International Career College, Physiotherapists Assistant Diploma program will train students to help people of all ages as they strive to recover and regain functional independence from injury, trauma, surgery, or chronic health conditions or illnesses such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, arthritis and mental illness. 

This new and exciting program is being offered in the state-of-practice Mississauga Campus. The unique program curriculum will engage students throughout a three-semester program, as students learn how to assist clients to achieve their health goals. Students develop the ability to work with both professions as they focus their studies on occupational therapy and physical therapy education. The integration of in-class studies with hands-on experience is accomplished through rich experiential learning opportunities and practice in a range of clinical settings.

As with many other health-related fields, this program is suitable for compassionate, empathetic students who possess a concern for the well-being of others.

Physiotherapists Assistant program prepares graduates for a broad range of employment opportunities. As Occupational Therapy Assistants and Physiotherapy Assistants, graduates can expect a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities that are dynamic and challenging.

Graduates may work as Occupational Therapy Assistants and Physiotherapy Assistants in various employment settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation centres, community care facilities, mental health agencies, clinics, community and government agencies and schools.

IELTS Individual Training and Classes

IELTS preparation tips are shared for all four sections. The IELTS test result is given to all the applicants with a score from band 1 to band 9. Each band possesses the level from beginner to proficient.

THERE ARE TWO PARTS TO THE IELTS:

Academic and General Training (choose depending upon your requirement)
Whether you choose Academic or General, you need to give it in four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.

Listening: 30 minutes + 10 minutes to transfer the answer in the answer sheet (paper-based IELTS exam), however, the computer-based exam is of 30 minutes
Reading: 60 minutes
Writing: 60 minutes
Speaking: 11-15 minutes
The listening and speaking module is the same for both academic and general while the reading and writing modules are different for both academic and general.

IELTS MODULES:

IELTS Listening module consists of four sections, with ten questions in each section. Before the recording begins, you will have some time to read the questions. Each section is heard only once.

IELTS Reading module consists of three sections which have various types of questions, such as multiple-choice, short-answer, labelling diagrams, identifying information, and matching information/headings.

IELTS Writing modules are different for Academic and General tests. Task 1 for the Academic test requires to describe a table, chart, graph, or diagram in 150 words in 20 minutes, while Task 1 for the General test requires to write a letter for a given situation in 150 words. Task 2 is the same for both versions which require you to write at least 250 words in around 40 minutes.

IELTS Speaking module consists of three sections that include an introduction and interview, a long talk and discussions face to face with the examiner.

Tips for IELTS Listening section

BE A MULTITASKER

Being a multitasker means you must be able to read the questions, listen to the audio and at the same time write down the answer.

BE CAREFUL

You need to be careful about the instructions. For example, “No more than two words” or “Just a number”, so you need to be specific about the answer.

KEEP FOCUSED

Sometimes recording might be tricky and you will hear extra information, specifically in MCQs. So you only need to focus on the answer.

CONCENTRATE

Sometimes, If you miss the answer, jump on to the next question. So try to concentrate because 30 minutes is really difficult to actively listen to the answers.

DO CHECK SPELLING AND GRAMMAR

If your spelling is incorrect, you can lose the marks. So focus on the Spelling and Grammar for the last 10 minutes, while transferring the answers to the answer sheet.

IELTS Preparation Tips for Reading Module

SKIMMING AND SCANNING

For achieving a dream band score, knowing the skimming and scanning techniques can help a lot. It will help test takers to manage their time efficiently.

LOOK FOR KEYWORDS

Majorly, the questions include synonyms or lexical words from the paragraph therefore try to highlight the keywords.

KEEP FOCUSED

Sometimes distractions might occur or you are not paying enough attention, which can lose you time. Therefore, concentration is a must.

MOVE TO THE NEXT ONE!

If you are not able to figure out the right answer and you got stuck on that particular question then move to the next part because putting too much effort into just one question can lose marks.

DO CHECK SPELLING

If your spelling is incorrect, you can lose the marks. So focus on the Spelling because no extra time is given to transfer the answers.

Tips for IELTS Writing section

KNOW ABOUT THE STRUCTURE

You need to know the structure of the essay. You need to divide the paragraph properly according to the basic structure.

WRITE CLEARLY

You need to write according to the topic being given. Do not try to copy the topic or question. Do not repeat the sentence.

BE CAREFUL ABOUT THE QUESTION

The most common mistake people usually do is misunderstanding the question. So study the question carefully and plan to write about the keywords related to the topic/question.

DO PRACTICE

In writing, this tip is essential. Try to write properly, organized and on time before the exam. Check your writing from someone and learn from the mistake.

DO CHECK SPELLING AND GRAMMAR

You can lose points if your spelling is incorrect. Practice spelling and grammar.

IELTS Preparation Tips for Speaking Module

BE CONFIDENT

You need to be confident to answer fluently. It is conversation type talk so do not be nervous. You need to be open and friendly.

BE DIRECT

Do not take too much time to think about answers. Carefully listen to the questions and answer them directly.

DO NOT PANIC

Do not panic or get nervous while talking. Confidence is the key to scoring in speaking.

KEEP TALKING

Do not stop speaking until the examiner stops you. Add more relevant information on the answers/topics.

GRAMMAR & PRONUNCIATION

Focus on grammar and pronunciation of words. Your delivery of speech should be clear and speak without taking breaks.

Common Question Before Starting Your Career in Food industry

Canada is the second-best country to live and work because it provides numerous opportunities for both skilled and unskilled workers. One of the most sought-after career streams is the food service worker. However, effortless and easy going the food industry may sound, each individual needs to undergo professional training and acquire knowledge about “How the food system works in Canada?” Because food safety is must at every workplace in Canada.

I would like to elaborate with an example – suppose, you are involved in selling food at a convenience store. As you are selling food items you are responsible to check and ensure the food is safe to eat. In order to set a standard, The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has imposed federal guidelines for food safety for both domestic and international food.

Common questions and their answers, you should know about before entering the food industry:

Who is responsible for food safety?

Anyone and everyone in the food supply chain, in other words from food preparation to final packaging everyone is responsible – cook/baker, handler, packer, supervisors, managers and even the crew member are responsible for food safety. If you are working but you are unaware of the activities, you should take care of, then it could be a big problem for you. Because the mistakes such as cooking at the wrong temperature, the wrong temperature of the freezer or do not aware of when to stop using toppings or veggies can happen which can spoil the food.

What do food safety regulations refer to?

Food Safety regulations refer to practices and activities that maintain the quality of food without any contamination. Such as the meat section should always be different from the vegetarian section. Otherwise, it would count as food contamination.

How should you achieve study for food safety?

BITTS International Career College is offering both diploma courses and certificate courses for handling food safely. You can enrol in the next session by contacting admissions@bitts.ca

What are the 5 Basic Rules of Food Handling?

• Always wash your hands before preparing each meal, after preparing each meal, and after touching surfaces.
• Sanitation of food workplace, cuttings boards, utensils, counters, and your hands are a must.
• Use Separate Utensils such as knives and cutting boards for both meat and vegetables.
• Cook food for the recommended temperatures according to food safety guidelines.
• Preserve hot foods and cold foods cold individually. Hot meals should be temperature maintained at 140 degrees Fahrenheit whereas cold meals should be maintained at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or less.