Dietary Supervisor (H)

Extendicare • London, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As the Nutrition Manager, you will play a key role in fulfilling Extendicare’s purpose of Helping People Live Better by leading culinary operations within a long‑term care home. Using a person-centered approach, you will lead and inspire your team to deliver pleasurable dining experiences that promote the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents. The Nutrition Manager is an operational leader who works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team and key stakeholders to advance Extendicare’s mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

Requirements

• ONTARIO ONLY: Current membership with the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) or Registered Dietitian
• Valid Food Safety Handler's Certificate
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant dietary experience and one (1) year of leadership experience
• Passion for food production, food service and long-term care
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

Nice To Haves

• Core Competencies (included for posting only): Resident-Centred Nutrition and Culinary Practice, Customer Service and Communication, Leadership and People Management, Operational and Budget Management, Computer Skills and System Proficiency, Change Management, Analytical Thinking, Time Management, Attention to Detail
• Attributes of an Effective Leader: Strategy Development, Self-Motivated and Results Driven, Collaboration, Effective Communication, Problem Solving, Builds High Performing Teams, Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

• Providing sustained support and actively participating in quality improvement processes and development of quality improvement plans
• Achieving Resident Satisfaction and Employee Engagement targets
• Managing the food service for residents with a focus on their individualized nutritional plan of care
• Working with the multidisciplinary team along with residents and families to customize personalized menus
• Ensuring food and fluid interventions (as per resident’s plan of care) are prepared and served appropriately
• Ensuring menu items provided meet the assessed needs of the residents
• Collaborating closely with dietitians and dietary team members to ensure service delivery is consistently compliant with organizational policies, procedures, and all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements
• Ensuring the team is following required infection prevention and control and food safety guidelines
• ONTARIO ONLY: Completing low and moderate routine resident nutrition assessments as delegated by the Registered Dietitian (RD)
• Maintaining operation excellence within defined budget
• Managing vendor and community partnerships related to the delivery of culinary services
• Hiring, training and engaging a team of dietary staff to deliver quality nutrition and culinary services in a unionized environment
• Taking a hands-on approach to leading, mentoring, and helping the dietary team as required

Benefits

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Robust benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed