Survey for Health Professionals 5-10 minutes

In May 2018, the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC), a part of Provincial Health Services Authority, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, soft-launched two validated nutrition self-assessment tools: Nutri-eSTEP for toddlers and preschoolers (https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthy-eating/your-age-and-stage/children ) , and Nutri-eSCREEN for adults 50+ (https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthy-eating/your-age-and-stage/seniors ).

In order to raise awareness and uptake of the tools, BCCDC is undertaking a comprehensive dissemination strategy. The primary target audiences for this campaign are:

·        Parents and caregivers of toddlers (18-36 months) and preschoolers (3-5 years) (Nutri-eSTEP)

·        Adults over 50 (Nutri-eSCREEN)

Given the close proximity of healthcare providers with our target audiences, we are asking healthcare professionals to complete this 5-10 minute, anonymous survey to help us better understand what role healthcare providers see themselves having in raising awareness of these tools and what supports would be helpful in promoting the tools:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSda38GGIZWO-fut9Xqe3Ffso3wEQIfhJs_h4PUFWm2fRgo5QA/viewform

 If you are a healthcare provider, we would greatly appreciate your input by April 8th to inform our dissemination strategy. This survey is open to all healthcare professionals who work with the target audiences, so please feel free to share the survey link with your colleagues.

If you have any questions about the survey or tools, please contact Henry Lau at Henry.Lau@bccdc.ca.

About the tools

Nutri-eSTEP and Nutri-eSCREEN, which were originally developed by the University of Guelph and Dietitians of Canada, are free, online, nutrition self-assessment tools intended to support families and caregivers in assessing the eating habits of toddlers, preschoolers and older adults. Users answer 14-17 questions and receive personalized feedback around what they’re doing well and ideas for action in areas where they may need extra help. The feedback includes nutrition resources available in BC to support healthy eating habits, and users can print and share the results with their healthcare provider.

Vancouver Lawn Tennis & Badminton Club - Food Service Manager

The Vancouver Lawn Tennis & Badminton Club (“the Club”) is the city’s premier racquets, fitness, and social Club. Located just a few minutes from downtown, the Club offers exceptional tennis, badminton, squash, fitness and aquatics programming for over 4,000 members, along with a variety of social events with upscale-casual dining in 3 restaurants. 

We are looking for a full-time Food and Beverage Manager to join our team! 

JOB SUMMARY:
The Food and Beverage Manager is responsible for the day to day supervision of the Club's all day dining lounge, casual bistro and pool deck. Oversight and planning of special events & private functions are also part of the role. Responsibilities include regular involvement with recruitment and training and development of the Food & Beverage team to ensure members and guests are met with friendly, efficient and attentive service, and served quality food and beverage products, meeting and exceeding their expectations. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration with the Director of Food & Beverage, the Food and Beverage Manager will ensure the standards for the Food and Beverage department are being upheld
• Set a tone of consummate professionalism for the department, ensuring the team is knowledgeable and consistent
• Responsible for ensuring the service experience is at a consistently high level.
• Be highly visible during meal periods, meeting and greeting members and guests in outlets and constantly engaging in quality checks to ensure satisfaction
• Ensure duties of all front of house Food and Beverage staff, including thorough mise-en-place and daily opening and closing duties, are being completed on a daily basis
• Be vigilant, ensuring areas are maintained, with regular cleaning schedules and inspections established
• Assist in the development of a training program and service standards for Food & Beverage staff
• Responsible for initiating training, coaching and performance management of Food and Beverage staff in consultation with the Director of Food & Beverage
• Take a leadership role in supporting activities driving staff and member engagement and recognition
• Assist in recruitment and on-boarding of new employees as required
• Involved with and responsible for overseeing numerous events including assisting with administrative work relating to banquets and catering
• Develop promotions that will drive sales for the various food and beverage outlets
• Monitor new product launches, provide feedback on menus, and recommend changes as appropriate
• Have financial responsibilities such as payroll submission, cash-out procedures and annual budgeting
• Responsible for responding to member questions or requests both positive and negative

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Post-secondary education in the area of Food and Beverage or equivalent experience in Food and Beverage operations
• 1-2 years’ experience in a Food & Beverage supervisor/management role
• 1-2 years’ experience in a high quality and high volume operation
• Proficient in Point of Sales software such as Jonas Software and Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience in private club/hotel environment an asset
• Experience managing in a unionized environment an asset
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written in English; ability to communicate effectively and professionally at all levels of the organization with both members and staff
• Superior organizational skills, detail oriented and able to effectively manage multiple priorities

At Vancouver Lawn, we offer a positive work environment, a competitive salary, group benefits, staff meals, and free parking. 

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume through our online application process.  

INTERESTED?  Use this link to the Vancouver Lawn Tennis & Badminton Club

Nutrition Management Information Session at Langara

Information Session At Langara College  

Wednesday March 27 

Room C 408  @ 430 pm 

 

We will discuss the

•  Nutrition Management Program (leading to CSNM membership - needed for the jobs we post here) 
• Nutrition Transfer programs (specifically transfer to UBC Food, Nutrition and Health Major)  
• UBC Dietetics program 

RSVP not required, but appreciated!  contact Monica at mmolag@langara.ca  


Campus map https://langara.ca/campus-facilities/campus-maps/index.html

Full Time Food Services Support Specialist - Victoria BC

Interested?

Please email your resume directly to: matt.bateman@compass-canada.com

Salary range: $58,000 to $62,000 (based on experience), 3 weeks’ vacation, RRSP matching plan, excellent healthcare benefits

Relocation assistance to be considered for those living outside of Vancouver Island.

Imagine working in a place that brings out the best in you and helps others feel right at home. We provide an environment that balances independence with support. We customize our care, so that it’s right for our patients, residents and their loved ones.

Why work with Marquise Hospitality? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading food and support services Company. We’re committed to delivering an exceptional experience within the Senior Living industry. Choose a job that makes a difference in people’s lives every day—including your own.

The Food Services Support Specialist will be responsible to support multiple patient and residential sites.  This position is ideal for an established individual in either Food or Senior Services who is looking to expand their skill set.

Position: Food Service Support Specialist - Quality Assurance, Information Systems, Menu Management  

Hours: Full Time (80 hrs bi-weekly)

Location: Victoria, BC and surrounding area.

Overview: We are seeking a talented and dedicated individual who is as passionate about providing great food services as we are. 

This position may be required to supervise employees and manage the day to day operations to ensure quality standards are met and maintained. Areas of responsibility include administration, satisfaction, information’s systems client/customer relations, production and knowledge of healthcare systems that encompasses all aspects of the Food services. 

Duties will include:

• Food service Quality Assurance
• Auditing (Quality Assurance, Health and Safety)
• Diet Technician Support (Patient Dining/ Residential Dining)
• Resident and Patient Satisfaction Surveys
• Support with unit rounding
• Assist in menu planning & development
• Cbord data base support
• Clerical duties as needed

Being a preferred employer, we retain the finest employees, set the highest standard for personal advancement, and focus our talents on one main goal - customer satisfaction.

Think you have what it takes to be a Quality Assurance Support Specialist? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role.

 Required Qualifications

·         Eligible to obtain membership in the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM)

·         Minimum 2 years Food services experience (Acute/Residential healthcare setting is an asset)

·         Diet technician experience

• Solid proficiency in Cbord, MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Advanced Food Safe
• Excellent verbal and written English language communication skills.

·         Excellent supervisory, leadership and coaching skills

• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills

• Proven customer/ client relationship skills
• A very detail oriented individual and a strong team player
• Flexibility and reliable transportation

Thank you for your interest in a career with Compass Group!

Compass Group Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive work environment where all employees are treated fairly, which includes accommodation.  Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Assurance (HSEQ) is a guiding principle in all decisions we make. Safeguarding the health and safety of our people and customers is essential to the success of our business.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We will consider your resume for additional opportunities.

In memoriam - Helen Armstrong

In memoriam            Helen Armstrong (1938 – 2019)

It is with sadness that we let the British Columbia CSNM community know about the the passing of a person responsible for the building of the profession and the education that went with it.

A Langara faculty member until fall 1999 when she took early retirement, Helen will be remembered for her work as Department Chair of the Nutrition and Food Services Management department. During her time at the College she taught and inspired a generation of nutrition management students sharing her passion and knowledge of the food service in the healthcare sector.

Helen  is remembered as a generous, compassionate, ‘glass half-full’ kind of person, who always found the good in others. Many of the graduates of the Nutrition and Food Service Management Diploma program will remember her fondly. 

Ever philanthropic, Helen established a scholarship for Nutrition and Food Service Management diploma program students in her name in 2012.  Donations to this scholarship in her memory can be made through the Langara College Foundation.  https://langara.ca/foundation/donate/index.html . 

Food Service Manager - New Westminster - Morrison Healthcare

We believe that we can support patient healing by providing nourishing choices in a clean, safe and caring environment. When you work with us you are part of something bigger, something that touches a Patient’s life, puts a smile on their face, and gives them comfort. Our employees go home every day knowing they truly make a difference.

Now, if you were to come on board as a Food Service Manager we’d ask you to do the following for us:

• Determines departmental goals and objectives in keeping with organizational and departmental philosophy.
• Develops service operating, and capital budgets. Utilizes data to manage area of responsibility.
• Direct department activities and maintain highest quality service standards.
• Maintain compliance with industry, company, and legislative standards.
• Supervise all phases of operational planning and expenditures, inventory management, procurement budgeting, costing, and financial reporting.
• Ensures that food safety is treated as a priority in all department activities.
• Ensures diets in acute care meet the nutritional standards as set out in the contract and adhering to any provincial or health authority standards, as applicable.
• Establishes effective relationships and coordinates service with those of other departments.
• Attends interdepartmental meetings.
• Evaluates performance of direct subordinates, documenting concerns and progress.

Think you have what it takes to be our Food Service Manager? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you will be successful:

• At least five years of leadership experience in healthcare food services in a labour environment.
• Current active status as Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM).
• Degree or diploma in: Food and Nutrition Management, Business Administration, or Hotel and Restaurant Management.
• Proficiency in dietary software and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proven excellence in fiscal management of departmental budgets, contracts and project costs.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically / conceptually and evidence of achieving collaborative results across various departments and disciplines.
• Current with the latest innovative trends in patient food services.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop direct reports and frontline staff during times of change and shifting priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and people skills.

Interested?  Click the following link to apply

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Food Service Manager - Surrey - Chartwell Retirment Residences

Chartwell Crescent Gardens Retirement Community 

Address: 1222 King George Boulevard, Surrey, British Columbia V4A 9W6 

Job Type : Full-Time 

Reference ID: 13071-15-112526 

Posted: 3/5/2019 

Interested in a career that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of others? One where you are valued and respected, listened to, and empowered to live up to your potential? If so, Chartwell Retirement Residences is the place for you. 

We are always looking for empathetic, positive and passionate individuals committed to Making People's Lives Better. With over 200 residences across Canada, we have an opportunity for you that will make a difference in your life. 

The Food Service Manager is responsible for all aspects of the residence’s food service department. The FSM ensures residents and guests are provided with outstanding service and creative menus that meet and exceed expectations. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, visitors and other staff members. 

The responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: 

• Prepares or monitors the preparation of service daily and special event menu plans to ensure individual dietary needs are met; 
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with residents and their families in order to determine individual needs, resolve issues or concerns, and evaluate resident satisfaction; 
• Ensures that the meals and services provided meet or exceed residents’ and Chartwell’s expectations; 
• Provides residents with a safe and comfortable environment; 
• Leads and manages food services staff to achieve department goals; 
• Participates as a member of the work team and provides support to the other members of the team; 
• Recruits and organizes staff orientation and in-service training programs; 
• Schedules and assigns work, monitors and evaluates staff performance; 
• Forecasts, monitors and approves expenditures from the food services budget; 
• Maximizes purchasing power while maintaining or exceeding residence quality and service standards and provincial and legal requirements; 
• Develops and implements inventory control systems to maximize saving and minimize waste; 
• Liaises with municipal and provincial agencies concerning health and safety issues; 
• Voluntarily participates as a member of professional associations such as Canadian Culinary Federation, Canadian Food Service Supervisors Association; 
• Chairs the Food Committee or Food Advisory Committee; 
• Consults with the Dietitian/Director of Food and Beverage as required, to determine appropriate dietary needs for menu planning purposes; 
• Ensures compliance to food safety, sanitation and overall workplace safety standards; 
• Performs other relate duties as required. 

The ideal candidates will possess:

• Minimum of two years supervisory experience in a volume food preparation environment in a retirement/LTC residence, the healthcare or hospitality industry; 
• Successful and minimum completion of a post-secondary diploma in Food and Beverage Management from a recognized institution; 
• Current qualification as a chef and in possession of a Food Service Supervisors certificate; 
• Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) designation is a great advantage and if not in possession of the designation the candidate must be willing to obtain it; 
• Minimum of one year experience in front of house and customer service; 
• Prior labour relations experience preferred; 
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal); 
• Effective interpersonal and conflict resolution skills; 
• Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task; 
• Customer service oriented; 
• Must have working knowledge of special diets. 

To apply please email your resume to kbarnes@chartwell.com 

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Search, which may include a vulnerable sector screen, will be required. 

Chartwell Retirement Residences (“Chartwell”) is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. In accordance with Chartwell's Accessibility Policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Chartwell's hiring process. 

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.