POSITION VACANCY
POSITION: Food Service Supervisor
TYPE: Permanent Part-time (70%) 5 days a week
LOCATION: Yarmouth, NS

Position Scope:

The Meadows is a Long-term Care facility (105 beds) that promotes a Resident-Centered Care Philosophy.

This newly established role will work under the direction and leadership of the Administrative Dietitian.

The Food Service Supervisor will coach, supervise, direct and co-ordinate the activities of workers who prepare food in our central kitchen. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Dietary Department, coordinating high quality and fiscally responsible meal service for our Residents. They will do so while maintaining a positive work environment, that promotes teamwork, professionalism, resident centered service, and safety.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Supervise the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals and snacks for our Residents
• Ensure that culinary experience (food & service) meets quality control standards and is in compliance with provincial health & safety regulations
• Coordinate menu development, special menus, catering events and holiday menus
• Oversee/maintain standardized recipes & production sheets, with assistance from Cooks/Cook Assistants
• Creation and revision of standard operating procedures & policies for the Dietary Department
• Estimate and order ingredients and supplies required for meal preparation, in collaboration with team
• Gather feedback through resident and family council meetings, conduct food satisfaction surveys/quality audits & incorporate resolutions to ensure a positive mealtime experience for Residents
• Monitor/manage employee performance, with the assistance from the Admin. Dietitian, as required
• Provide education/training & guidance to Dietary staff, and assist with orientation of new Dietary team members
• Other related duties and administrative functions as needed

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:

• Demonstrated sincere willingness and passion to engage/participate with those who live in our home and lead others to enhance resident's social, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs
• Relate well to those who live and work in our home, with a compassionate, caring & respectful attitude
• Have a passion for food dining experience & possess a strong customer service mindset, with the ability to obtain & respond to stakeholder needs
• Completion of WHMIS, Food Handlers & Advanced Food Safety Certification/HACCP Training
• 2 years recent Leadership/Supervisor experience in a food service environment, with demonstrated ability to provide performance management/coaching strategies
• Familiarity with food production & menu development, ensuring the nutritional requirements, seasonal variations, and cultural food preferences of Residents
• Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, internet, email, foodservice ordering processes and software applications
• Demonstrated judgement, problem solving, decision-making and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated accountability (fiscal, quality improvement, food safety, effective use of food resources, policy implementation/creation of supportive environments for dining)
• People focused; team building skills and demonstrated ability to build internal and external collaborative relationships
• Resilient to change with a commitment to continuous quality improvement and innovation
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, with a high level of integrity and respect for others
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage time in a fast-paced environment & possess a high degree of self-direction & motivation
• Ability to work outside a set schedule/beyond normal working hours, as needed
• Flexibility in having your role, duties and work hours restructured, if required.

WHAT WE'D LOVE YOU TO HAVE:

• Completion of a recognized course in Food and Nutrition Management
• Experience working in a health care setting and unionized environment
• Previous experience working with seniors and individuals with dementia
• Journeyman Cook Qualifications
• Familiarity with cook - chill food production
• Knowledge of scheduling processes in a unionized environment

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE:

• A Competitive Salary - Range $26.50- $29.00
• Health, Dental, Travel, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Vacation entitlements
• Define Benefit Pension Plan

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

Submit cover letter and resume to our Business Office: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Receptionist
The Meadows/TVM
339 Pleasant Street
Yarmouth NS B5A 2K9
Fax (902) 742-1426
Email: [email protected]

Announcement Date: April 29, 2024
Closing Date: OPEN
Competition Number: 19-2024

Offers of employment conditional upon providing a satisfactory, criminal/vulnerable sector check.

All hires must sign an agreement to observe and comply with all policies and procedures of The Meadows. We also encourage our Care Team members to be vaccinated against the Covid and Flu viruses.