Food Services Supervisor

Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care•Toronto, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities. Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors’ apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home by June 2026. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area. Food Services Supervisor - Temporary Full Time for 1 month, with possibility of extension Responsible for the supervision of food preparation and services to residents and other consumers in accordance with the organization's resident centred approach, policies and procedures as well as established standards and regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of a recognized 2-year diploma program in food services supervision or management, or a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or Hotel Management; membership of the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management; and eligible for membership in Ontario Society of Nutrition Management
Current Food Handler Safety Certificate
Minimum 1 year experience in quantity food production, supervisory experience in food production preferred
Satisfactory Police Reference Check (with vulnerable sector screen) result
Good oral and written communication skills in English; plus Knowledge of Chinese or Japanese an asset.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Chinese or Japanese an asset.

Responsibilities

In consultation with the Food Services Manager, ensures production and delivery of food services that reflects the organization's vision and strategic direction and complies with relevant government legislations and policies and Ministry standard, and with due consideration of the resources available
Ensures adequate staffing for the daily operation of the department. Coaches, develops, evaluates and appropriately deploys staff to ensure a strong, effective and efficient team with good morale.
Monitors residents' food intake for regular and therapeutic diets in the dining room and report to the dietitian as needed in regards to their diet compliances and food complaints
Visits residents on initial admission and explores their food preferences
Supervises food production in accordance with sanitation regulations; Inspects food temperature and quality of food prior to serving time in accordance with checklist
Inspects and maintains all food service areas in accordance with sanitary and safety standards
Assists in ordering food supplies, as required
Monitors kitchen appliance to ensure timely and appropriate repairs and replacements
Assists in the development of internal budget and implements expenditure and inventory control system for the department, as required
Attends resident care conferences, as required
Completes charting and quarterly summaries on specific resident as assigned by dietitian
Attends production and departmental and other meetings as required
Assists in the coordination and planning of catering functions, as required
Implements risk management and quality improvement programs for the department.
Keeps up-to-date with developments and best practices in the field
Other duties as assigned