Food Services Manager

at  LEV Senior Living

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Do you enjoy being part of a team who believes that together, they can achieve remarkable things?
Do you want to work in a culture where people take care of people?
Do you want a chance to make a difference in people’s lives?
Do you value the opportunity to grow and learn?

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.

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.

IN ADDITION TO A COMPETITIVE WAGE, YOU WILL FIND LEV SENIOR LIVING OFFERS THOUGHTFUL EMPLOYEE PERKS; FROM EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT PROGRAMS & TEAM BUILDING FUN TO OPPORTUNITIES FOR EDUCATION AND GROWTH.

Please note: Some websites state wages or wage ranges at their own discretion.

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.

WAGES ARE BASED ON THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE AND THE APPLICANTS EXPERIENCE AND WILL BE DISCUSSED BETWEEN FINAL APPLICANTS AND THE HIRING MANAGER.

If you are looking to join an amazing team, love to work with seniors and are dedicated to making a difference, Apply Today!
Lev Senior Living is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. Please notify Lev Senior Living if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation Lev Senior Living will work with you to determine how to meet your needs