Director of Food and Nutrition Services at River Glen Haven Nursing Home – Sutton, Ontario

Director of Food and Nutrition Services

River Glen Haven Nursing Home# 160 High Street, Sutton OntarioJob details

Full-time, 8-hour shift, 40 hours per week, on-site Benefits, and Pension PlanExisting Vacancy Salary Range: $48,450 - $65,000 annually (Salary will be commensurate based on Candidates Qualifications and Experience.)Note: We do not use AI-assisted tools as part of our recruitment process to support application review and administrative tasks. Final hiring decisions are made by human decision makersSkills

Focus on customer service as a top priorityTeam Leadership, time management and department organization skills Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skillsExceptional problem solving, and decision-making skillsInventory control in high volume grocery ordering Food safety, IPAC, FLTCA, MOL Regulations, Public Health, OCH&S knowledgeLong Term Care Food and Nutrition complianceJob description

River Glen Haven Nursing Home is seeking a dedicated full-time Food Service Manager to join our leadership team. We operate a 89-bed long term care home within Sutton Ontario. RGH provides a positive working environment, where we pride ourselves in delivering the best care in all aspects for our residents. The Food Services Manager is accountable for the efficient operation of the department, by setting annual Dietary goals and objectives, lead and manage staff to achieve the highest level of customer service, while adhering to all Food Safety Protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, Policies, Health and Safety, and other programs and initiatives. The Manager will also manage, inventory control coach, motivate and develop their team to foster customer loyalty, fulfil customer needs and actively contribute to an environment of employee and customer engagement. Maintain a good staffing compliment through recruitment and retentions for the department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

CSNM (Canadian Society of Nutrition Managers) Membership required

Must have proof of COVID vaccine, TB testing and vulnerable sector police check

Demonstrates an ability to problem solve

Enthusiastic leader with good verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of computerized long-term care documentation programs required

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to speak, read and write English and to follow oral and written directions

Understanding and empathy for the needs of seniors

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Member of the Home’s leadership team. Managing all aspects of the Dietary department.

Ensure supplies are available for the preparation of meals according to the posted menu ensuring that all standards are met. Oversee and assist with the quality dining experience for residents.

Address residents and Employee complaints quickly and efficiently

Work cooperatively with the registered dietitian to ensure that the clinical dietetic needs of residents are met.

Ensure that all dietary functions are performed in a clean, sanitary manner.

Oversee the hiring, orientation, supervision and training of dietary staff. Inspect for food supplies and determine what quantities of food should be reordered.

Ensure all MOHLTC and Public Health requirements are met.

Maintain excellent documentation systems.

Contribute to a home environment for residents that ensures the values of RGH.

As a condition of employment, we require that all applicants be legally entitled to work in Canada. A Criminal Record Search with a vulnerable sector screen is also required.

Experience:

Management: 2 years (preferred)

LTC: (preferred, preference will be given to applicants with LTC experience.

Licence/Certification: Ontario Society of Nutritional Management (required)

Please apply to:

Christine Bolduc Administrator