Diet Technician, Victoria BC

Diet Technician, Patient Food

Location: Victoria General Hospital (Victoria, BC)

Salary: $47,000 to $50,000 (based on experience)

***Will look at assisting with relocation expenses to those living outside of Vancouver Island***

Working schedule / hours: Shifts are 5:00am to 5:15pm or 6:00 am to 6:15pm (depending on the location)

Additional Benefits: 3 weeks vacation, excellent healthcare benefits, RRSP matching plan

Imagine belonging to a team that delights in the power of healing and bringing out the best in others. Working in the healthcare food industry is amazing, because you can have a positive impact every day—on medical professionals, patients and visitors. This is so much more than a job. This is an opportunity to change lives—one day at a time.

The Diet Technician is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Diet Office, supervising Diet Clerks, ensuring a compliant, timely and organized system with a focus on Service and Quality.  

Why work with Morrison? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. Nutrition is critical in healthcare and healing. That’s why we’re focused on delivering quality food services to patients, visitors, and hospitals employees. In addition to our culinary programs, we provide laundry, housekeeping, and facilities management.

Now, if you were to come on board as one of our Diet Technician, we’d ask you to do the following for us:

• Accountable for verifying information of the patient diet orders according to the prescribed patient care plan, which includes proper food texture, patient food preferences and food allergies awareness.
• Inputs diet orders and information received from the Nursing department into CBORD system.
• Ensure patient menus and other reports are prepared and printed accurately and on time.
• Participates in patient visitations, auditing and quality control checks, and communicate with food service production department on patient needs and service requirements.
• Arranges call-ins for staffing replacements

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Diet Technicians? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role.

• Degree in Nutrition/ Diploma in Food and Nutrition Management
• Active, or eligible member of the CSNM (Canadian Society of Nutrition Management)
• Previous experience in healthcare dietary (as a Diet Technician) experience preferred, but NOT essential. Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic diets is required
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong organizational and problem solving skills in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
• Work well independently and within a team
• Solid proficiency in Computers (MS Office) 

Interested?

Please email Cover Letter and Resume to: matt.bateman@compass-canada.com or call directly at: 1-778-433-77769

Food Service Director - Healthcare Dining

About Aramark
Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves Fortune 500 companies, world champion sports teams, state-of-the-art healthcare providers, the world’s leading educational institutions, iconic destinations and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 19 countries around the world. Our 270,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish millions of lives every day through innovative services in food, facilities management and uniforms. We operate our business with social responsibility, focusing on initiatives that support our diverse workforce, advance consumer health and wellness, protect our environment, and strengthen our communities. Aramark is recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE, as well as an employer of choice by the Human Rights Campaign and DiversityInc. Learn more at www.aramark.com or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Description

Reporting to the District Manager, the Food Service Director will be accountable for the delivery of the highest levels of customer and food service at an addiction treatment facility near Duncan, BC. You and your culinary team will be an important piece in the support team for a client's well being and recovery.

You will ensure the account meets and exceeds its sales targets by delivering innovative food offerings, outstanding plate presentation and great customer service. The Food Service Director will meet annual budget requirements through a high level of execution of company delivered programs and personal accountability. With a focus on team development, safety and client relations, the Food Service Director will be a leader with a hands on approach to doing business.

• Deliver excellence in food quality, plate presentation and customer service
• Develop innovative menus and market strategically for the location
• Deliver company driven initiatives in service, food and safety at a high level
• Develop and build catering business
• Coordinate and supervise personnel regarding production, merchandising, quality and cost control, labour, scheduling, staffing and training
• Attract & retain hourly talent in a challenging labour market.
• Train and develop your team for outstanding food quality and customer service
• Identify and develop talent within the team
• Ensure that standards for sanitation and food safety are met
• Ensure menu offerings are catered to client needs especially around allergens and dietary restrictions.
• Prepare business plans, budgets and forecasts
• Monitor financial operating results in order to achieve company and client objectives
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for all business sectors
• Maintain records to comply with Aramark, and government standards
• Ensure compliance with Marketing and Human Resources Programs
• Ensure adherence to Aramark’s policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to Aramark’s Health and Safety Programs

Qualifications

• University Degree or College Diploma in Nutrition Management
• Must have a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.
• Some experience with Hospitality management or related field
• Chef's papers/Red Seal Chef would be ideal
• 3 + years progressive management experience in a similar sized operation
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Must be resilient and resourceful
• Must be comfortable working in a treatment centre environment.
• Strong analytical, project planning, and financial management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, customers, colleagues and staff

To apply, follow this link to company site. 

Please note all candidates considered for hire will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.

Food Service Manager - Salvation Army

HOURS:

• Mon-Fri, 8am to 4pm (Some rotation may be required)

 Compensation:  $22.74 - $28.43 an hour

Responsibilities

• Creates, develops and revises the menu as necessary, ensuring special dietary needs of residents are met
• Establishes, develops and implements standards, policies and procedures to ensure the efficient delivery of food services, including emergency planning
• Hires, orientates, trains and evaluates all Food Services personnel
• Establishes and ensures compliance with guidelines for the secure and safe handling and storage of all food
• Responsible for ordering food and kitchen supplies and maintaining inventories
• Monitors food preparation to ensure all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
• Creatively and efficiently uses food donations so as to minimize waste and lower purchased-food costs
• Ensures that adequate supervision is provided to all kitchen staff, work therapy clients and volunteers assigned to kitchen
• Directs and supervises staff to maintain a high level of cleanliness at all times in the kitchen and storage areas
• Ensures staff safety in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety standards; issues, monitors and analyzes Incident Reports
• Establishes guidelines for the safe use of kitchen equipment, monitors preventative maintenance procedures, recommends repairs and purchases as required
• Develops or helps develop the Food Services Department annual budget and monitors financial performance compared to budget ensuring compliance where possible
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to all internal and external contacts; is an active member of the Harbour Light management team
• Prepares and maintains reports, statistical information and departmental records as required by Harbour Light, Divisional and Territorial Headquarters policy and applicable health standards and legislation
• Oversees special meals (Christmas, Easter, Gala Dinner and Thanksgiving) and ensures catering requests are met
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Willingness to adhere to the Mission and Values of The Salvation Army
• Cooking certification
• At least two years managing a high-volume kitchen, including previous experience supervising a union workforce
• Post-secondary education in management/leadership skills would be considered an asset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as organization and administration skills
• Must be computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office
• Willingness to work in a drug and alcohol-free environment

To apply:  follow link to company website 

If there is a competition number associated with this posting, please include within the subject line of your email, fax or regular mail correspondence.
The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable Human Rights Legislation. If you require a disability related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
In accordance with The Salvation Army policy and legislated requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials and completion of a background check.

Food Service Supervisor I - Kelowna

Job title :FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR I
Community :KELOWNA
Facility :KELOWNA GENERAL HOSPITAL
Status :CASUAL

Position Summary
Interior Health is hiring casual Food Service Supervisors for their Central Okanagan Sites. These include Kelowna General Hospital, and the Long-term Care Sites around Kelowna and West Kelowna.

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Food Services Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the Food Service operations in the designated facilities.

The typical duties and responsibilities of a Food Services Supervisor include:

• Supervises designated staff by scheduling and co-ordinating work assignments, determining related training and orientation requirements, and providing feedback to employees.
• In consultation with the Clinical Dietitian, plans menus and develops recipes according to nutritional and therapeutic diet needs of the patients/residents.
• Estimates food requirements, and orders and receives supplies and resolves discrepancies with suppliers.
• Visits patients/residents and/or family members to obtain and exchange diet-related information.
• Monitors expenditures for assigned areas; makes recommendations regarding budget allocations and resolves discrepancies for the assigned areas.
• Evaluates meals being served to ensure established standards of quality and quantity are maintained.
• Coordinates meal preparation, pricing and other related duties for community based services such as Meals on Wheels
• Assists in co-ordinating and maintaining facility in-house services by coordinating cafeteria services including pricing, staffing allotment, coordinating closure of cafeteria and securing money upon closure.
• Performs recommended audits to ensure that established food service and quality assurance standards are met.
• Monitors the storage of food, supplies and related items.

TO APPLY: follow link to Health Region Website

Interior Health strives to create an environment where you enjoy the work you do, the place where you work, and the people around you. Everyone plays a role in the care continuum. Together, we create great workplaces.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Graduation from a recognized two-year program in Food Service Supervision
• One year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Food Safe Certificate

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writin
• Ability to deal with others effectively
• Ability to supervise
• Ability to organize work
• Ability to operate related equipment
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Senior Food Service Representative - Vancouver Aquarium

ROLE OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Outlet Manager, this role provides the highest level of front line customer service to Aquarium visitors to ensure smooth delivery of food and beverages. Working in a fast paced high volume restaurant environment the Senior Food Service Representative (SFSR) is responsible for processing customer orders through cash, debit and credit transactions, preparing and assembling food orders, and maintains the overall cleanliness of the café and surrounding areas.
Candidates who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Promotes and supports excellent customer service, satisfaction and positive visitor experience by:

• Creating a positive, friendly and welcoming environment for each and every visitor;
• Ensuring customer satisfaction and positive visitor experience by working hand in hand with Duty Managers and Visitor Experience through assisting with finding seating, helping carry food, assisting with and answering general visitor questions regarding programs, events orientation, etc.;
• Being informed at the beginning of each shift regarding the day’s priorities, Aquarium events and programs, and reviewing the daily Hotsheet;
• Implementing Standard Operational Practices; leads by example and fosters a positive team environment;
• Communicating updates to shifts crew, giving clear and concise directions as required;
• Identifying and promoting “up-sell” opportunities with customers to increase sales; promotes current specials etc;
• Maintaining cleanliness of uniform and highest levels of personal appearance and coaches teammates on proper dress code.

Assisting with the daily operations of the various food outlets by:

• Assisting with recruiting, and contributing to the development of job descriptions;
• Assisting with developing training manuals;
• Assisting with staff training;
• Assisting with answering phones and radio calls and following all of the proper protocols;
• Contributing to staff reviews and providing mentoring support;
• Providing feedback to Outlets Manager on team member’s performance;
• Communicating daily with the Outlets Manager on any issues of the day;
• Organizing team members breaks as well as ensuring they are taken taking business volume into consideration;
• Coordinating with Information Systems (IS) Group regarding troubleshooting of the POS system, software requirements and improvements, etc.

Ensures high quality product experience is received by all by visitors to the food outlet by:

• Taking food orders and ensuring point of sale cash handling procedures are followed and cash balance is accurate (cash, debit, and credit cards);
• Preparing and assembling food and beverage orders, ensuring that everyone is maintaining FOOD SAFE and organizational food presentation and hygiene standards;
• Maintaining highest levels of cleanliness and professional presentation of Aquarium public and staff areas; bussing and cleaning café seating and surrounding area; removing garbage, maintaining supplies etc;
• Cleaning various café machines and equipment as required;
• Restocking and maintaining supplies;
• Assisting customers with food and beverage issues and escalating concerns as needed.

Consciously improves the overall organization and its processes by:

• Promptly aiding in emergency protocol;
• Maintaining and supporting organizational safety standards;
• Continually improving our impact on the environment and greening of operations by supporting our Environmental Management Systems (EMS) protocols;
• Performing additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• 2- 3 years food services experience in a high volume, fast paced environment;
• 1- 2 years previous customer service experience;
• 1- 2 years supervisory experience;
• FOOD SAFE Certification required;
• Serving It Right required.

Technical Competencies:

• Strong leadership and people supervision skills;
• Strong time management and organizational skills; good prioritization and judgment skills;
• Intermediate to Advanced experience with Point of Sale skills;
• Excellent customer service and communication skills;
• Must have positive “can do” attitude;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Ability to work well in a team in fast-paced, high stress environment;
• Ability to “think on your feet” with strong decision making and problem solving skills.

To Apply:  Follow link to Company website

Full Time Diet Technician - Victoria BC

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 one of our Diet Technician, we’d ask you to do the following for us:

• Accountable for verifying information of the patient diet orders according to the prescribed patient care plan, which includes proper food texture, patient food preferences and food allergies awareness.
• Inputs diet orders and information received from the Nursing department into CBORD system.
• Ensure patient menus and other reports are prepared and printed accurately and on time.
• Participates in patient visitations, auditing and quality control checks, and communicate with food service production department on patient needs and service requirements.
• Arranges call-ins for staffing replacements.

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Diet Technicians? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role.

• Degree in Nutrition/ Diploma in Food and Nutrition Management
• Active, or eligible member of the CSNM (Canadian Society of Nutrition Management)
• Previous experience in healthcare dietary (as a Diet Technician) experience preferred, but NOT essential. Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic diets is required
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong organizational and problem solving skills in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
• Work well independently and within a team
• Solid proficiency in Computers (MS Office)

To apply - follow link to company website 

Causal Food Service Supervisor - Naniamo, BC

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Utilizing a variety of computerized applications, the Food Service Supervisor/Technician is responsible for implementing and adjusting individual meal plans for clients on therapeutic diets. The Food Service Supervisor/ Technician meets time sensitive diet administration duties for multi-sites, ensuring nutrition and diet standards are met, and performing various related administrative duties. The Food Services Supervisor/Technician is responsible for overseeing and participating in the delivery of food services to patients, residents, customers and clients; supervising Cooks and other designated staff for a multi-site organization: maintaining supplies, ensuring safety, quality and sanitation standards are met.
Reports to manager or designate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized two-year program in Food Service Supervision plus one (1) year's recent related experience. Certificate in Food Safe Level 2.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to supervise.
• Excellent time management skills in a fast-paced work environment.

To Apply - follow link to Health Region's Website

PSNM September Meeting

The September PSNM meeting will be on September 26^th at 1300 (1pm), at the Affinity Group.

Address: 8544 Baxter Place, Burnaby, BC.

Bonduelle will be featuring some new products to sample. (cauliflower Gratin, brussels Sprouts, and one more item). 

Please come with an “Open mind and empty stomach”

Kindly RSVP me, if you plan on attending by September 23^rd.

Thanks,

Diane Cox

jdcox@shaw.ca

Catering Operations (catering) Specialist - Air Canada

Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork and making a meaningful contribution? Do you picture yourself as a valued member of an industry-leading organization? If you answered yes to these questions, Air Canada is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the diverse and vibrant team working together to lead the growth and expansion of Canada’s flag carrier.

Ensure all caterers and suppliers comply with Air Canada specifications and standards. Provide all necessary guidance, equipment and supplies to caterers. Responsible for caterers on time performance within the designated territory. Responsible for all aspects of food, equipment and employee safety within scope of job.

Quality

• Responsible to monitor and follow up with quality audit programs to ensure optimum product quality, provisioning integrity and value for money.
• Responsible and accountable for catering and commissary product quality and for provisioning integrity on all flights operating in the designated territory, including products or services from third party suppliers.
• Implement and monitor Commissary & Catering specifications established by headquarters.

Provisioning Integrity

• Audit Caterers’ compliance and performance against "zero defects" provisioning integrity.

Operations

• Maintain close contact with the appointed Caterer through start-up and beyond, providing varying levels of support as required.
• Maintain close association with frontline product and Caterer performance by ensuring adequate time airside at flight arrivals and departures.
• Responsible to investigate and assess root cause of any delays allocated to Catering/Galley delays. Provide pro-active solutions to Caterers to prevent recurrences. Responsible to challenge Catering/Galley delays incorrectly assigned.

The Internal Customer

• Work closely with the rest of Air Canada Catering team (Planning/Scheduling/Galley/Supply Chain, etc.)
• Maintain effective relationship with Air Canada Station Managers and/or appointed airport agencies as is necessary to support the Corporate commercial/operational objectives of this division.

Safety/Regulatory Compliance

• Responsible to ensure Caterer's compliance to all Air Canada SOPs, safety and quality standards (incl. food).

Qualifications

• University degree helpful but not required.
• Knowledge of commercial airline business.
• A definite multi-tasker that manages various operational issues and priorities at the same time.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines whether independently or within a team.
• Self motivated, proactive with drive to deliver results.
• Analytical and problem solving skills a must.
• Fundamental knowledge of HAACP and International Food Handling Standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required with complete fluency in English.
• Cultural awareness required to build business and working relationships in various geographic locations within AC network.
• Requires knowledge of the field of work, incl. equipment, technology and procedures.
• Knowledge of airport operations and all catering systems.
• Shift work required including weekends and statutory holidays

LINGUISTIC REQUIREMENTS

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.

Part time Food Service Supervisor in Training - Squamish

Sodexo Healthcare Canada is seeking an individual to join the food services team at Squamish General Hospital to fill the role as the Part Time Food Service Supervisor In training. The schedule for the Food Service Supervisor role will be Friday - Sunday, 7.5 hours per day.
As the Food Service Supervisor in Training, you will learn to lead the team in co-coordinating food production, meal preparation and ensuring all staff maintains the standards for quality and service at all times. The role also ensures that safe work practices are followed and all sanitation standards are met.

Salary: $20 - $25 per hour

Accountabilities:
In your role as the Food Service Supervisor (In Training)
You will learn (but is not limited) to do the following:

• Places orders, maintains accurate and timely inventories and provides daily reports related to cost control
• Conducts weekly sanitation inspections and establishes corrective action
• Assists in scheduling, payroll and performance management as assigned
• Promotes and maintains excellent customer relations and effective on-going communication with all levels of staff
• Assist with planning and executing special assignments/projects and any required follow-up
• Conducts and participates in staff meetings
• Ensures that employees work in compliance with established safe work practices and procedures, perform audits to assess this
• Ensures that equipment and safe and healthy work conditions are maintained in their assigned area
• Visits patients to ensure food service quality and preferences are met any other dietary needs
• Sets up nourishments and marks menus as per standard diet writing guidelines
• Provides work direction, supervision and on-going training to all assigned staff in a manner which establishes and maintains high staff morale
• Promotes and maintains excellent customer relations and effective on-going communication with all levels of staff and clients
• Complies with all Sodexo safety and risk management policies and procedures striving for an accident-free workplace

Who You Are

• Eligibility for enrollment in CSNM (tuition to be re-reimbursed by Sodexo after the completion of each class). Candidate must complete program within 3 years to maintain employment
• Possess Food Safe I and Complete Food Safe level II within 2 months
• Willingness to continue learning and growing
• Professionalism of judgement and behavior
• Positive attitude
• Flexible to adapt to changing work routines, priorities, and shifts
• Food service management experience
• English proficiency, verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills
• Effective communicator and able to adapt well to change
• Possess problem solving, planning, and organizational skills

Requirement upon hire:

• Current vaccinations records (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis A & B, Tuberculosis, Measles, Yearly Influenza (Flu))
• Valid criminal record check through Ministry of Justice
• Have the ability to meet the organizational and physical requirements of the position
• Black slip resistant shoes

APPLY TODAY TO JOIN THE SODEXO TEAM IN SQUAMISH!
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $20.00 to $25.00 /hour
Experience:

• ordering, managing kitchen: 1 year (Required)
• good customer service skills, computer literacy: 1 year (Required)

Licence:

• Food Safe Level 1 and Level 2 (Required)

To apply:  Follow link to  Recruiter Website