Food Service Supervisor - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Long Term Care Homes

Important Notices & Amendments:

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides resident-focused service in the Long Term Care Home by monitoring the Food Services department including assisting the role of Nutrition Manager as required, which includes training of staff, scheduling, inventory and other functions.

Responsible for maintaining resident nutritional care plans and meeting the nutritional needs of residents within the home. Actively involved in the multi-disciplinary teams within the Homes. Works according to and maintains all applicable standards, acts and governing bodies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Grade 12 or equivalent
Twoyear postsecondary program accredited by Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) in Food Service Nutrition Management, or a program evaluated by the CSNM to meet these requirements
Must be a current member of The Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM)
A current Safe Food Handling Certificate as required by legislation/Act
Additional related training or education such as gerontology, nutrition, sanitation, etc. are assets

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum one (1) year current, related experience, preferably in an institutional or long term care geriatric setting
Experience providing functional guidance, training and/or overseeing the work of others, and participating in the delivery of food services to residents
Experience with and knowledge of clinical nutritional documentation
Good knowledge of kitchen operating procedures, food storage to ensure safety, quality and sanitation standards are met following Public Health and applicable regulations
Safety and fire regulation awareness
Must have a clear understanding of relevant policies, procedures, legislation, regulations, guidelines and best practices applicable to the longterm care and food service sectors, such as Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating, International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI), Fixing Long Term Care Act, Public Health regulations etc.
Must possess the ability to read, write, and communicate in English

SKILLS:

Working cooperatively with staff, effectively supervising in the absence of the Nutrition Manager
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, family and residents
Ability to adjust menus/recipes as required while assisting/completing the process of planning/implantation of new menus and individual menus for residents based on therapeutic diet needs
Maintain high standards of cl