Dining Room Supervisor - Victoria, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Dining Room Supervisor
Company: Amica Senior Lifestyles
Job Location: Victoria, BC
Job Type: Full-time

Work Performed:

• You will be responsible for the overall smooth operation of the Dining Room, in the absence of the Dining Room Manager. 
• The Supervisor will demonstrate excellent judgment, self motivation and reliability as well as knowledge of dining elements involved in the understanding of the operation. 
• The Supervisor will fulfill this role to ensure the procedures outlined are carried out and the principles of “5 Star” service is extended to all residents and guests.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Food Handling Certificate
• Serving it Right Certificate
• Minimum three years experience in a fine dining service environment

To Apply - Follow the link to the hiring company for further information.

Supervisor, Food & Beverage - Vancouver, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Supervisor, Food & Beverage
Company: Pacific National Exhibition
Job Location: Playland - 2901 East Hastings St., Vancouver, BC
Full/Part Time: Part-time

WORK PERFORMED

• Assist with the planning and execution of PNE food concessions, bars for year-round events and Playland
• Actively ensure that all guest requirements are met and follow-up with guest issues or concerns
• Assist with the management, training and scheduling of a large complement of frontline seasonal employees and part-time event-based staff
• Assist with inventory administration including but not limited to ordering, receiving, and inventorying food and beverage products.
• Ensure all food and beverage outlets are well-maintained and that staff are working safely and in compliance with corporate policies.
• Enforce both corporate and internal Food & Beverage departmental policies, including FOODSAFE guidelines, OH&S regulations and all applicable legislation and company policies.
• Act as a role model; provide guidance, leadership and management for direct reports and performance manage staff throughout employment.
• Assist in ensuring that all operating equipment and supplies are properly cared for, stored and secured.
• Perform other related F&B duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have previous experience in a supervisory role within the Food & Beverage Industry; previous experience in a reputable, high volume venue setting is considered an asset.
• Must have successful completion of Grade 12; post-Secondary education in a related field is considered an asset.
• Must have Food Safe Level 1 and Serving it Right.
• Must have knowledge of food & beverage/food outlet operations, and all applicable quality, hygiene and liquor licensing legislation, regulations and standards.
• Must have experience with billing and cash reconciliation duties.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills to effectively motivate team members and address performance concerns with staff.

 To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information.

Food Services Program Manager - Agassiz, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Services Program Manager
Company: Seabird Island Band
Job Location: Agassiz, BC
Job type: Full-time

WORK PERFORMED

• Manage and oversee the development and implementation of an organization wide food services program.
• Reviews service hours, food offerings and availability to ensure the SIB is meeting the food requirements of the customer, in consultation with all effected stakeholder groups.
• Ensures Food Safe regulations are met and liaises with health officials as required.
• Analyzes s data performing cost, price, volume, and sale comparisons.
• Ensures fiscal responsibility in Food Services through the management and utilization of inventory procurement and management, ensuring control measures to provide information for pricing and costing decisions.
• Strong business acumen/entrepreneurial skills with a demonstrated ability and commitment to customer service.
• Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate, mentor, supervise and develop staff while fostering a positive working environment.
• Superior interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty and vendors.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and challenging schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team within a large, complex, dynamic organization·
• May be required to work at various college campus locations.
• Manages food services and goods and services contracts.
• Demonstrated professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information ethically and with discretion.
• Ability to act decisively and exercise a high degree of initiative and judgment on a wide range of issues.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Strong oral and written communication and diplomacy skills especially in working with the public.
• Strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) year Diploma in Hospitality, Food Services Management, Business Management, Commerce or Accounting from a recognized educational institution.
• Journeyman Red Seal certification in a related trade considered an asset.
• Serving it Right Certificate.
• FOODSAFE Level 2 Certificate.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Five (5) years’ experience in a management role in Food Services operations.
• Experience working with First Nations community is considered an asset.
• Valid BC Driver’s License, Class 5.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check required.

 To Apply - Follow the link to the hiring company for further information.

Food Service Manager - Theatre - West Kelowna, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Manager - Theatre
Company: Landmark Cinemas
Job Location: West Kelowna, BC
Job Type: Full-time

Work Performed:

• Collaborate with the Management team to effectively manage operations of the theatre (Including: labour cost, cost of sales, revenue control, speed of service, Guest satisfaction, equipment and procedure training, safety of Guests and Cast, and film & product quality)
• With a focus on food service, the Theatre Manager (Food Service) is responsible to manage day-to-day operations of the department with respect to; revenue generation, effective scheduling & labour management, equipment maintenance & repair costs, speed of service, Guest satisfaction, superior quality & preparation standards, food safety, cash management, and food service accounting
• Execute all food service programs at theatre-level including; training and coaching of frontline cast, as well as, providing management peer guidance and direction with respect to execution
• Create engaging Cast incentives to promote a variety of sales initiatives
• Accountable for inventory management which includes, but is not limited to, ordering & maintaining appropriate stock levels for business volume, maintaining control over expenditures, and minimizing shrink/waste within food service operations
• Communicate on an ongoing basis with Management teams, including the General Manager and In-Theatre Sales Department, by attending all scheduled meetings and by use of the communication tools provided
• Engage with Guests and make them feel special - helping to enrich people's lives through the power of movies
• Be available and visible to Cast and Guests; observe and assist with any potential issues
• Provide consistent performance feedback to all levels of Cast and address performance issues in a timely manner using effective performance management tools
• Work safely and ensure all levels of Cast are made aware of and follow work safe practices
• Ownership and accountability of budgets, targets, and results

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years related experience (Movie Theatre, QSR or convenience store, retail environment, etc.) in a leadership role
• Completion of a post-secondary school program with a focus on business acumen, hospitality, entertainment, and food service management is considered to be an asset
• Proven track record in managing/leading food service business
• Understanding/knowledge of food production, food safety, merchandising, food service sales, revenue, and inventory control procedures
• Prior experience with projection or audio-visual equipment is considered to be an asset
• Proficiency with food production, revenue control procedures, and related systems is considered to be an asset
• An ability to set actionable goals, takes initiative to deliver, and shows persistence in problem-solving while keeping others focused on results
• Commitment to excellence in Guest service with proven ability to maintain a significant attention-to-detail
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite

To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information. 

Food Service Supervisor - Edmonton, AB

 

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Supervisor

Company: Aramark

Job Location: Edmonton, AB

Job No: # 470842

WORK PERFORMED

• Produce and maintain work schedules and may prepare production packets (Production sheets and recipes).
• Direct daily activities.
• Maintains food production that ensures the safety and quality of food according to policies, procedures, and department requirements.
• Ensure that food items are stored in a safe, organized, and hazard-free environment.
• Maintain all serving schedules; ensure that all food items are served per menu specifications in a safe and appropriate manner following Aramark policies and procedures.
• Maintain a sanitary department following health and safety codes and regulations.
• Maintain accurate inventory on a weekly basis.
• May prepare orders as needed to ensure accurate production for location.
• Supervise and evaluate employees; counsel; promote employee growth, efficiency, morale, and teamwork.
• Maintain a safe and hazard-free working environment.
• Train/mentor other food service workers.
• Maintain logs on all maintenance required on equipment within the department.
• Ensure all food safety/temperature logs are completed with appropriate corrective action, as necessary.
• Perform preventative maintenance checklist.
• Recommend replacement of existing equipment to meet needs of facility.
• Proficiency in multi-tasking.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Food Service Director or Manager whenever his/her skill and/or experience would be vital to initiate, coordinate, or complete any given program.
• Must fill in for absent employees at location, as necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of daily catering events and confirm they are prepared and delivered on time.
• Be able to work occasional night and weekend catered events.
• Attend food service meetings with staff.
• Maintain communication with staff (including office staff, e-mail, phone calls, inter-office mail, etc).
• May perform cashier duties as the need arises.
• Promote good public relations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must read, write, and understand verbal instructions
• Must complete a sanitation course either before or during first year
• Must be knowledgeable in operating an efficient cost-effective program.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to resolve interpersonal situations
• Strong organizational skills

To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information.

Food Operations Manager - Calgary, AB

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Operations Manager
Company: Calgary Co-Op
Job Location: Calgary, AB
Full/Part Time: Full-time

WORK PERFORMED

• Support in the development and implementation of the organizations: policies, procedures, goals, programs and services consistent with the short and long-range strategic plan to achieve business plan objectives.
• Oversee the management of operational services, adherence to government regulations, and programs which support the organization.
• Support in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives to optimize growth opportunities including new business, additional service offerings, expansion, and exceptional customer service to maintain and grow the business.
• Ensure compliance with programs in marketing, human resources, IT, OH&S and RED to support merchandising and business strategies.
• Establish and implement opportunities and gaps that drive the organization to new levels and maximize return to its members.
• Identification of new systems processes, marketing initiatives that can be implemented to achieve efficiencies in the daily operation of the business. Including and not limited to, Store Visit Reports, Scorecards, Financial Statement Reviews by Centers Managers each Period, Center specific action plans for improvement.
• Manage and coordinate annual operations budget objectives in the areas of sales, margins, expenses, shrink, labour, profits, EHP, facilities and associated fixed assets.
• Ensure Centre Managers, maintain adherence of association policies and procedures and government regulations in the areas of: food safety, sanitation, product labeling, product handling, product pricing, stock control, up-to-date centre price files for price accuracy and integrity, maintenance, and safety of all Association’s assets.
• Promote the development of professional community and business building relationships through networking with suppliers and community representatives.
• Visit assigned Centers at least every two weeks and non-assigned Centers at least twice a year.
• Providing detailed store visit reports for recognition, coaching, teaching, mentoring; and specific store actions for business improvement; partnering with the Center Managers.
• Succession planning to be established through the areas of leadership, coaching, mentoring, recruitment, training, and performance management to develop current and future leaders.
• Provide leadership and direction while upholding confidentiality in all lines of business including the administration of the policies and procedures for the company.
• Participate in the development and action of yearly competency performance work plan and development action plan.
• Provide leadership in the areas of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Food Safety including participate in HSE activities, ensuring employees are knowledgeable about and comply with HSE and Food Safety policies, procedures, and legislation. Assist in identifying unhealthy, unsafe situations and ensure corrective action is taken.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years of retail management experience
• 3 years of experience leading multiple commodity groups
• 3 years of project management experience
• Ability to manage multiple budgets
• Strong business acumen and people leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams towards common goals.

 To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information.

Food Services Manager - North Vancouver, BC

                                                                  

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Services Manager
Company:  Chartwell Retirement Residences
Job Location: North Vancouver, BC
Type: Full-Time
Job Reference: 12218

WORK PERFORMED

• Confidently lead and manage the food services team
• Create a warm and comfortable dining room atmosphere and positive impression at each meal
• Provide a personalized and memorable dining experience to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction
• Training to grow your skills and learn how to become an experiential leader
• Learn every day

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous management experience in food service
• Previous cooking and serving experience in food service
• Leadership skills to guide and support the food and beverage team
• A passion for providing exceptional customer experience
• Energy, enthusiasm, and an irresistible smile

To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information.  

Manager of Dining Experience - Abbotsford, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Manager of Dining Experience
Company: Menno Place
Job Location: Abbotsford, BC
Job type: Full-time, Permanent
Job salary: $85,000–$95,000 a year

WORK PERFORMED

• Provides direction to staff, coordinates work assignments, establishes work schedules/rotations, evaluates staff performance, and determines related training and orientation requirements.
• Develops, maintains, and monitors the department’s Continuous Quality Improvement Program.
• Provides reports and information in a format most suitable for effective Leadership decisions.
• Develops policies, procedures, objectives, and goals for the department in accordance with Menno Place’s operational and strategic direction.
• Monitors expenditures and makes recommendations regarding the annual budget and participates in long range planning. Responsible to ensure department expenditures stay on budget.
• Plans menus and develops recipes according to the dietary needs of residents; estimates food requirements, initiates supply requisitions and assists in resolving discrepancies with suppliers.
• Oversees the proper storage and handling of food and related items.
• Oversees, and is fully responsible to ensure that, the Dietary department adheres to polices, staff perform safe practices and processes and support the vision and mission of Menno Place.
• Ensures best practices and innovation in dining experience for residents/tenants and dietary/nutrition delivery through networking with external partners and partnerships.
• Hires, coaches, mentors, and manages the full performance cycle of assigned employees, including discipline, and terminations as required.
• Oversees the preparation, portioning and/or serving of meals and evaluates meals being served to ensure applicable standards of quality and quantity are maintained. Thrives to exceed the standards of dietary delivery. 
• Responsible for the resident dining environment, including but not limited to, décor, seating, tables, lighting, smells, cleanliness, kitchenettes, etc. 
• Interprets and administers Menno Apartments Employees’ Association Agreement and the Menno Home and Hospital FBA/HEABC collective agreements. 
• Participates as an active member at Menno Place Leadership and Departmental team meetings.
• Responsible to ensure the timely and accurate submission of reports and statistics required by Fraser ealth Authority and/or other government agencies.
• Assembles and oversees catering requests and/or services for social functions and events.
• Ensures safety practices and procedures are adhered to. Exercises due diligence regarding resident safety and employee safety.
• Follows-up on maintenance work requisitions and the departmental preventative maintenance program, advising the Director of Support Services as required.
• Responsible for food safety compliance of all staff.
• Acts as backup and support for the Manager of Laundry/Housekeeping as well as maintenance as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Baccalaureate in Food Services Nutrition Management from an accredited university and/or current registration with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia or Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) 
• Minimum five (5) years' recent, related working experience in a food operations management role in a health facility or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

To Apply - Follow the link to the hiring company for further information.

Resident Services Coordinator - North Vancouver, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Resident Services Coordinator
Company: Amica Senior Lifestyles
Job Location: North Vancouver, BC
Job Type: Full-time

Work Performed:

• Develops and facilitates programs to meet the needs of the residents within the Assisted and Independent Living neighbourhoods ensuring that legislative guidelines and expectations related to retirement and memory care are followed.
• Organizes, facilitates and tracks in-service and continuing education programs for Team Members.
• Manages the Resident Care Partners in the neighbourhoods to ensure resident care, monitoring and appropriate interaction.
• Fosters and maintains a strong relationship with residents and their families.
• Actively participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary management team responsible for resident care and services by:
• interacting with Wellness team to update resident assessment and service plans;
• communicating formally and informally with other department heads as part of the management team; and
• promoting collaboration with members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure all resources are available and accessible to residents.
• Ensures the integrity, accuracy and timely completion of resident records, reports and assessments.
• Retains and enhances Amica’s culture and values in every interaction.

Qualifications:

• Diploma from a recognized college related to social services, healthcare or gerontology
• Three (3) years’ experience working with dementia, including Alzheimer’s and other aging illnesses in a healthcare setting
• Two (2) years organizational management experience

To Apply - Follow the link to the hiring company for further information.

Food Service Supervisor - Mission, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Supervisor
Company: Fraser Health
Job Location: Mission Memorial Hospital - Mission, BC
Job type: Casual
Job salary: $31.85 an hour

WORK PERFORMED

• Supervises designated staff by scheduling and coordinating work assignments, evaluating employee performance and determining related training and orientation requirements; performs staffing functions such as preparing of master personnel schedule and vacation schedule; maintains employee absenteeism records, prepares an updates work schedules, employee time sheets department communication book and accident reports; maintains related records and conducts monthly meetings.
• Evaluates meals being served on the tray line to ensure established standards of quality and quantity are maintained; oversees the preparation, portioning and/or serving of meals; performs cooking and/or food service worker duties as required.
• Ensures compliance in maintained with regards to policies and procedures of the department, Fraser Health and applicable union and legislative requirements.
• Ensures, maintains and improves safety practices and procedures, sanitation and dress code are followed.
• Ensures equipment is in working order and makes recommendations for improvements on equipment and facility.
• Performs purchasing functions and inventory count of food and other supplies required in the department; orders and received supplies following established procedures.
• Liaises with dietitians and nursing units and performs visitations to patients and residents with food allergies, house diets, cardiac, diabetic and hyperemesis diets or as assigned by a dietitian to ensure appropriate nutritional support to patients and residents is provided.
• Performs menu processing functions and reviews menus to ensure diet requirements are met and are correct.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from a recognized two year program in Food Service Supervision plus one (1) year's recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Current Food Safe Level II certification.

To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information.  

Webinar: "Resident Centred Care for Food-It takes a team!"

Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023 

Time: 12:00 - 13:15 pm ET

"Resident Centred Care for Food-It takes a team!"

The speakers are:

• Eileen Wong MD CCFP-EM FCFP, Family Physician
• Debby Berteau Dt. P., Montreal West Island Integrated University Health and Social Services Centre
• Marie-Hélène Cyr, Dt.P., Montreal West Island Integrated University Health and Social Services Centre
• Corrine Pollard MN, NP-PHC, CHPCN(C), Nurse Practioner
• Penny Zdichavsky, President,CSNM
• Sandra Smith, Food Service, Albright Manor

Moderator:

• Janice Sorensen RD PhD, Clinical Research Lead, Long Term Care and Assisted Living Research Unit, Fraser Health Authority

Learning Objectives:

1. describe the steps needed to provide resident-centred care
2. reflect on novel approaches for better nutrition care in a reimagined LTC environment in Canada
3. explore ways to advocate for and improve nutrition care in their own settings

For more information and to register: CLICK HERE

Clinical Diet Technician - Abbotsford, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Clinical Diet Technician
Company: Fraser Health
Job Location: Abbotsford Reginal Hospital and Cancer Centre
Job type: Casual
Job salary: $31.85 an hour

WORK PERFORMED

• Visits patients and/or families during assigned meal rounds to obtain and exchange diet, diet related information, diet history, food preference and acceptance.
• Reviews medical record and liaises with other staff to obtain information; inputs diet and diet-related information into a computerized system.
• Conducts nutritional screenings for malnutrition risk using standardized forms and provides information to Registered Dietitian for further evaluation.
• Reviews, updates and/or charts diet and diet-related information on patient medical record; provides patient diet information and diet changes to other healthcare staff, as needed.
• Visits specific assigned patients on a regular basis to ensure that the food is consistent with assigned nutritional plan; charts food intake and forwards this information to the Registered Dietitian or designate.
• Prepares and oversees the inventory of specialty formula and related items including ordering, receiving and directing storage of supplies, as required for the designated location.
• Establishes and ensures maintenance of food rotations in storage areas, refrigerators and freezers to minimize spoilage and waste; ensures HAACP regulations are observed and follows established policies and procedures for preparing infant formula.
• Maintains manuals and statistical information for the department and participates in the department's Quality Assurance Program including participation in audits and inspections and provides input into patient menu revisions, as requested.
• Maintains records of staff such as names, addresses, phone numbers, availability of work and suitable work areas. Prepares schedule for Food & Nutrition Services staff as assigned.
• Calls in relief staff according to pre-determined guidelines as assigned; refers problems to supervisor.
• Processes requests such as vacation and leaves of absence by preparing appropriate documents and communicates decisions to employees as assigned.
• Completes timekeeping records and submits to payroll as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned..

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from a recognized two year program in Food Service Supervision plus one (1) year's recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Current Food Safe Level II certification.

To Apply - Follow the link to the hiring company for further information.   

Food Services Manager - Red Deer, AB

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Services Manager

Company: Extendicare Assist

Job Location:  Red Deer, Alberta

Job type: Full-Time

WORK PERFORMED

• Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the activities of the Dietary team which includes: monitoring workflow, evaluates performance and production, and makes changes as necessary to improve quality, coordinates activities with other teams. 
• Selects, supervise, motivates department team members in addition to monitors and evaluates performance of direct reports
• Maintains established department plans, policies and procedures regarding such things as quality assurance, infection control, fire, occupational health and safety and ensures compliance by employees. 
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Team Care Conferences (I.D.T.C.) to assess the needs of the resident and monitor changing needs including dietary, laundry and housekeeping issues. 
• Consults with Consultants for assistance as required.
• Liaises and consults with government officials/consultants and professionals in relation to resident care needs and department activities. Develops action plan(s) and provides written responses to any government inspections, Accreditation survey reports, Extendicare Regional Consultant's report, etc.
• Participates in budget preparation and is accountable for maintaining departmental budgets.
• Performs all duties in accordance with the written policies and procedures of Extendicare, the facility and the related manual(s).
• Participates in the evaluation of care and/or service provided by the Support Services Department by developing implementing and evaluating activities under the Quality Assurance Program, and prepares statistical analyses as required.
• Follows manufacturers’ instructions in the operation and use of all equipment and chemicals.
• Alert to potential health and safety hazards and take appropriate action.  Reports unsafe and hazardous working conditions and any equipment malfunctions to the Maintenance Department or Administration.
• Knowledgeable of facility procedures for fire and environmental safety.
• Ensure’s department duties in accordance with prescribed sanitation and infection control procedures.
• Respects residents’ rights to dignity and privacy and performs duties in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Adheres to “Standards of Employee Conduct”, “Commitment to Residents”, “Resident’s Bill of Rights” and “Extendicare Quality Framework” and Mission, Vision, and Values
• Works closely and cooperates with other staff and residents.  Maintains good working relationships with other departments.
• Ensures food is prepared and served in accordance with legislation and corporate guidelines including quality monitoring (temperature, taste, etc.).
• In cooperation with the Residents' Council and Family Advisory Board, implements and posts residents' regular and therapeutic cyclical menus as planned by Clinical Dietitian.
• Orders and receives food and general department supplies within budgetary constraints and monitor’s inventory.
• Organizes meal service for staff and visitors as required. 
• Participates in monthly Occupational Health and Safety meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate in a recognized food service supervision program, and certificate in institutional housekeeping/laundry services is required. Current membership or eligible for membership in the Canadian Society of Nutritional Management (C.S.N.M.).
• Must be knowledgeable in principles and philosophy of long-term care with at least 5 years of supervision experience.  Active knowledge of Alberta Health Standards, Accreditation, and resident centered philosophies is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that develop a positive work and living environment;
• Understanding of change management, organizational development with proven success;
• Solid understanding of Quality Improvement and Assurance programs
• Mentally and physically able to perform duties as outlined which includes ability to maintain regular attendance in addition to work in a very dynamic environment.
• Customer-focused attitude, with an emphasis on building and maintaining relationships with residents, their families, team members and the community.
• Ability to generate sound, creative solutions and new approaches to daily challenges which maximize the short and long-term goals of the facility.
• Ability to use several software platforms.

 To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information.

Special Webinar - Reconciliation with Indigenous peoples through nutrition research

CNS SPECIAL WEBINAR 

Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Time: 13:00 - 14:30 pm EST

"Reconciliation with Indigenous peoples through nutrition research"

The speakers are:

• Noreen Willows, PhD - University of Alberta
• Jody Kootenay, MEd - Director of Education, Member of Alexander Research Committee, Alexander First Nation
• Ashleigh Domingo, PhD - University of Waterloo
• Kerry-Ann Charles, Environment Partnership Co-ordinator, Cambian Indigenous Professional Services, Georgina Island First Nation

Learning Objectives:

1. To understand the characteristics of decolonizing research in Indigenous communities that can lead to reconciliation.
2. To learn about reconciliation through research from two community-based participatory research projects that are strength-based, decolonizing and health-promoting.
3. To know that nutrition researchers can apply decolonizing approaches to their research with Indigenous communities

To register: CLICK HERE

Hospitality Food Services Supervisor - Edmonton, AB

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Hospitality Food Services Supervisor - Senior Living

Company: Aramark

Job Location: Edmonton, AB

Job No: # 469368

WORK PERFORMED

• Ensures all meals are produced and delivered appropriately; oversees daily delivery of service
• Demonstrates a proactive approach regarding client concerns and expectations
• Responsible to ensure equipment is in proper operating condition; arrange for repairs as required
• Supervises 8-9 cooking and dietary aide staff – covers shift in absence of dietary staff
• Conducts daily food and service audits and performs rounds on Unit leads and residents
• Performs food and sanitization log audits, daily menu postings, weekly food, and supply orders
• Assists with coordinating front-line jobs and duties; covers sick and vacation time as needed
• Assists with staff schedules to ensure full staff complement during regular shifts as needed
• Coordinates catering, special project work; assists with Aramark programs and controls

QUALIFICATIONS

• Exceptional verbal communication skills to effectively interact with residents and family members
• High patience threshold, ability to remain calm, stay positive, and love taking care of people
• 3-5 years Hospitality/Food Service experience preferably in a healthcare or resident facility
• Post-secondary education in hospitality or nutrition management is preferred
• Understanding of FST – Food & Science Technology, WHIMS, OH&S, and Infection Control
• Experience and ability to work in a fast- paced environment with physical requirements
• Must be available to work Monday – Friday from 10:30AM – 6PM shift; some flexibility required

To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information.

Clinical Diet Technician - Vancouver, BC

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Clinical Diet Technician

Company: Providence Health Care
Job Location: Vancouver, BC
Job type: Full-time

Job salary: $31.85/hr

WORK PERFORMED

• Visits patients and/or family members routinely to obtain and exchange diet-related information to ensure that the food is consistent with assigned nutritional plan and that food meets patient’s preferences and dietary needs. Provides assistance during meals, observes and charts food intake and communicates with the Registered Dietitian as indicated. Provides routine diet instruction as delegated by the Registered Dietitian.
• Acts as a liaison between Clinical Nutrition and Food Services.
• Reviews patient’s/resident’s information as required from the medical record and liaises with relevant staff to obtain added necessary information when needed. Charts activities in the patient’s medical record. Enters and processes information using the nutrition computer system.
• Conducts nutritional screenings and preliminary nutrition assessments to determine malnutrition risk using standardized forms/assessment tools and refers to Registered Dietitian for further evaluation as indicated.
• Assists in implementing nutrition care plans designed by the Registered Dietitian and provides feedback on patient progress.
• Sets up nourishments and marks menus as per standard diet writing guidelines.
• Conducts computerized nutritional analysis of menus, recipes and food records using the nutrition computer system.
• Reports patient complaints with food quality/service and communicates problems to dietitians, food service supervisor or applicable staff as appropriate.
• Maintains manuals and statistical information to ensure they are current and accurate for the department. Participates in the quality assurance activities including audits, satisfaction surveys and inspections and provides input into patient/resident menu revisions and nutrition care plans. Completes appropriate reports, provides feedback, identifies and follows up on action plan/risk factors, and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Participates in relevant Department meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduated from a recognized two-year program in Food Service Supervision
• Food Safe Level 1 certification
• One year’s recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

 To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for further information