Food Services Manager

Position Summary 

In this role you will take a hands-on approach to the preparation and delivery of nutritious and delicious meals for our residents while engaging your team by providing inspired leadership, support and communication. 

REPORTS TO: 

General Manager 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Preference will be given to individuals who have chef’s papers and have completed the Red Seal, or other appropriate education such as Food and Beverage Management. 

• Eligible for membership in the Ontario Society of Nutrition Management (OSNM) considered an asset 

• Experienced in large quantity food preparation 

• Passionate about designing, creating and teaching the dietary team about exceptional dining for seniors. 

• Willing to visit the dining room regularly after plating and during meal service to greet residents and get to know them, and gauge the success of the meal. 

• Demonstrates a creative flair for menu planning, food preparation and presentation. 

• Knowledge of the Ontario Food Premises Regulation and Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy eating. 

• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and current nutritional standards relating to a geriatric population. 

• Able to direct and supervise others using written and verbal communication skills. 

• Able to work accurately, quickly, and safely. 

• Able to increase or decrease recipes to meet the needs of the facility. 

• Working knowledge of Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Sanitation Code, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Occupational Health and Safety, and Public Health Inspections. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Establish, implement and enforce Food Service Department policies and procedures. 

• Plan, organize, direct and supervise the activities of the Food Service Department to ensure the provision of high quality food service. 

• Plan regular, therapeutic and alternate menus based on Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating, current resident population and special seasonal events. 

• Purchase and receive all supplies necessary for daily meal preparation, nourishments and special events. Delegate duties with team as required. 

• Develop and ensure the use of standardized recipes.  Oversee and participate in meal preparation.  Supervise meal service to ensure appropriate portion control and resident acceptance. 

• Hire, schedule, coach, terminate, train and orientate all Food Service employees.  Establish and monitor work flow, evaluate performance and production making necessary changes to maintain quality service. 

• Interview new residents regarding dietary restrictions, allergies and food preferences recording pertinent information in resident’s chart. 

• Ensure sanitation regulations pertaining to food preparation and food premises are followed. 

• Coordinate Dietary services with other departments as required. 

• Participate in budget preparation. 

• Be knowledgeable of and practice residence's fire and safety programs. 

• Monitor and ensure compliance to all established policies and procedures. 

• Meet with Resident Council as requested or participate in Food Services meetings with residents as requested. 

• Maintain accurate records pertaining to each resident's nutritional care. 

• Ensure all Public Health reports are communicated to staff and acted upon. 

• Communicate and co-operate with the staff, residents and their families. 

• Work cooking meals on the line 1-2 shifts weekly 

Performs other duties as required.