Supervisor, Nutrition Services
About The Position
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process. We are proud to operate three non-profit long-term care homes where our employees make a meaningful contribution on the lives of the residents by providing quality care in a family-like atmosphere. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also recognized as a Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) Best Practice Spotlight organization. You make a positive difference in people’s lives because you provide high quality customer centered services. You operate within a highly ethical environment and will be accountable for going the extra mile, listening to your customers, creatively meeting needs and always being respectful to those you serve. As a result, you will be part of a qualified and strategic team recognized widely for caring, excellence, integrity, inclusiveness and flexibility.
Requirements
- A post-secondary accredited program related to nutrition and food services management
- A minimum of three years’ supervisory experience
- Experience in quantity cook chill food production in a long-term care setting
- Experience supervising in a unionized environment
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Familiarity with the Fixing Long Term Care Homes Act
Nice To Haves
- Red seal chef
- Membership in the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management
- Experience using CBORD Nutrition Software Solution
Responsibilities
- Ensure that Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) food safety principles are followed.
- Maintain a safe working environment for the staff of the Production Kitchen.
- Lead the recruitment, orientation, scheduling, supervision and performance management of Production Kitchen Staff.
- Ensure preventative maintenance best practices are followed for the Production Kitchen equipment.
- Liaise with the Registered Dietitian to ensure resident therapeutic needs are met through effective menu planning and food production.
- Coordinate menu planning activities with the Nutrition Managers of Halton Region’s LTC Homes.
- Lead efforts in new product development and testing for menu planning purposes.
- Participate as an active member of the Dietary Functional Group for Halton Region’s LTC Homes.
- Oversee the utilization of the CBORD software program for food production functions.
- Lead the process for development and maintenance of policies and standard operating procedures for the Production Kitchen.
- Participate in Quality Improvement and Risk Management activities.
- Foster relationships with community, internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in the procurement process for food and non/food vendor contracts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
