Your feedback is important - IDDSI Texture Modified Food Usage Survey

 You are invited to provide input for the IDDSI Texture Modified Food Usage Survey

This survey is intended to describe your needs and will be used as collective baseline data to communicate to suppliers the demand for IDDSI texture-modified foods. Your input will help to bring more value & products to Canada.

Completion of this survey is requested by Thursday, September 15, 2022, to expedite collaboration with suppliers. 

Your feedback is appreciated and will help advance IDDSI implementation in Canada. Thank you so much for your time and support!

Click on this link to start the survey now - https://forms.office.com/r/BLxFJehHqc

Dining Services Supervisor - Edmonton, AB

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Dining Services Supervisor

Company: Touchmark Senior Living

Job Location: Edmonton, AB

Job type: Full-time

 

Work Performed:

• Create wait staff scheduling and assist in front and back of house scheduling and reports as needed
• Work collaboratively with Dining Room Manager & Executive Chef to enhance the dining experience and improve the company's profitability
• Help maintain appropriate payroll budgeting and scheduling of servers
• Assist in managing kitchen and dining staff to achieve customer service and financial goals of dining department
• Help create a positive work environment in order to maintain low staff turnover
• Assist in coordinating front and back of house staff to create a seamless flow
• Be responsible for training and development of new wait staff
• Provide appropriate coaching to employees so they can perform job duties effectively

Qualifications:

• Have a commitment to Touchmark's values (hospitality, compassion, excellence, teamwork, and integrity), as well as a desire to model these values and to encourage others to be allies, friends, and givers.
• Demonstrate success in managing and motivating a team of employees
• Ability to work and make decisions in high pressure situations
• Experience with training and scheduling team members
• Possess the knowledge and ability to follow State and Federal regulations to meet all requirements and resident's rights
• Possess or willing to get an Alberta Government approved Food Safety Certificate and a Liquor staff training certificate.
• Be willing to work weekends, evenings, holidays and special events
• Be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid certification

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

Dietary Manager - Victoria

 JOB SUMMARY

Position: Dietary Manager
Company: Age Care
Job Location: AgeCare Glenwarren - Victoria, BC
Type: Full-time

WORK PERFORMED

Achieving Resident Satisfaction and Employee Engagement targets

Serving residents with a focus on their individualized nutritional plan

Consistency in our branded dietary experience through continuous monitoring, quality improvement while achieving required food safety standards

Hiring and training a team of talented dietary professionals

Maintaining food and labour costs

Collaborate - Work with the multidisciplinary team along with residents and families to customize dietary plans

Manage - the operational funding envelope along with vendor contracts

Comply - with required company policies, Provincial regulations and applicable legislation

Lend a Helping Hand - Take a hands-on approach to leading, mentoring, and helping the dietary team as required

Cultivate - Hire, train and engage a team of dietary staff to deliver quality nutritional services in a unionized environment

Respond with HEART - Hear, Empathize, Acknowledge, Respond and Thank

QUALIFICATIONS

Current membership with the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) or Registered Dietitian

Valid Food Safety Handler's Certificate

Minimum of three (3) years of relevant dietary experience and one (1) year of leadership experience

Passion for food and long term care

Values of Trust, Respect, Quality and Teamwork

Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

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

Food Service Supervisor - Richmond

                                                                    

JOB SUMMARY 

Position: Food Service Supervisor

Company: Vancouver Coastal Health

Job Location: Richmond, BC

Full/Part Time: Casual

Salary:$28.65 an hour

Job Reference: 170207-cme

WORK PERFORMED 

• Ensure diet orders are compliant and meet the provisions for nutritional care as determined by Clinical Nutrition for inpatients and outpatients using the nutrition software program.

• Be the liaison between Clinical Nutrition and Food Services, visit patients to obtain diet related information regarding nutritional and therapeutic diet needs, and in consultation with the Clinical Dietitian as required;

• Identify patient/resident food preference/food tolerance/food acceptance;

• Chart activities in patient/resident medical record such as meal intake, diet and diet-related information;

• Input and/or updates patient/resident diet and diet-related information into a computerized system.

• Oversee the daily food service in assigned areas including supervising designated staff, maintaining and updating manual and computerized records such as the staffing schedule, performing related administrative duties and maintaining food standards by participating in quality assurance activities.

• Promote and maintain excellent customer relations and effective on-going communication with all levels of staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from a recognized two-year program in Food Service Supervision plus one year’s recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Food Safe Certificate 1.

To Apply - Follow the link to the company website for more details.  

Food Service Supervisor - White Rock

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Supervisor
Company: Fraser Health
Job Location: Peace Arch Hospital, White Rock, BC
Job Salary: $28.65 - $28.65 per hour
Job Type: Casual

Work Performed:

• Supervises designated staff by scheduling and coordinating work assignments, evaluating employee performance in conjunction with the Manager and determining related orientation and training requirements.
• Supervises and checks food service tray line to ensure that established standards of food appearance, quality and portion control are met; oversees the preparation, portioning and serving of meals including the loading and distribution of meals to designated FH sites.
• Maintains and updates tray tickets through manual changes and computer input; assists in the printing and highlighting of meal runs, tray tickets and bursting of the tray tickets.
• Calls in relief staff according to departmental guidelines and collective agreement provisions; accepts calls from staff regarding illness or absences from work; receives vacation and leave requests and forwards to the Manager for approval.
• Following established procedures, maintains inventory levels of paper, chemical supplies, dish towels, rags, china and silverware; orders and maintains inventory of food supplies and nutritional supplements.
• Participates in the departmental Quality Assurance Program through activities such as the completion of tray audits, sanitation and safety audits, temperature records and plate waste audits; discusses audit results with the Manager and assigns duties pursuant to findings, as directed.
• Ensures compliance with safety and sanitation standards by performing duties such as checking equipment to ensure that it is in working condition; checks and ensures work areas are sanitary and food is stored at the correct temperature; ensures safety practices and procedures within the Department are followed as per established guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Monitors and identifies the needs for change in job routines for positions reporting to the Food Service Supervisor; provides input through meetings and discussions regarding the development and updating of job descriptions to areas of responsibility.
• Maintains and updates computerized records such as the Master Staffing Schedule and records such as those for sick leave, statutory holiday, vacation and leaves of absences.
• Records in the Maintenance Log Book all routine maintenance requirements and following established procedures; arranges for emergent maintenance requirements and advises regarding maintenance work required and on completion.
• Assists in the attendance maintenance program through such activities as involvement in interviews with staff and completion of documentation and record keeping.
• Provides input through meetings and discussions into the update and development of policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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

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

Food Service Supervisor / Diet Technician - Chilliwack

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Supervisor
Company: Fraser Health
Job Location: Chilliwack General Hospital - Chilliwack, BC
Job Salary: $28.65 - $28.65 per hour
Job Type: Casual

Work Performed:

• Supervises designated staff by scheduling and coordinating work assignments, evaluating employee performance in conjunction with the Manager and determining related orientation and training requirements.
• Supervises and checks food service tray line to ensure that established standards of food appearance, quality and portion control are met; oversees the preparation, portioning and serving of meals including the loading and distribution of meals to designated FH sites.
• Maintains and updates tray tickets through manual changes and computer input; assists in the printing and highlighting of meal runs, tray tickets and bursting of the tray tickets.
• Calls in relief staff according to departmental guidelines and collective agreement provisions; accepts calls from staff regarding illness or absences from work; receives vacation and leave requests and forwards to the Manager for approval.
• Following established procedures, maintains inventory levels of paper, chemical supplies, dish towels, rags, china and silverware; orders and maintains inventory of food supplies and nutritional supplements.
• Participates in the departmental Quality Assurance Program through activities such as the completion of tray audits, sanitation and safety audits, temperature records and plate waste audits; discusses audit results with the Manager and assigns duties pursuant to findings, as directed.
• Ensures compliance with safety and sanitation standards by performing duties such as checking equipment to ensure that it is in working condition; checks and ensures work areas are sanitary and food is stored at the correct temperature; ensures safety practices and procedures within the Department are followed as per established guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Monitors and identifies the needs for change in job routines for positions reporting to the Food Service Supervisor; provides input through meetings and discussions regarding the development and updating of job descriptions to areas of responsibility.
• Maintains and updates computerized records such as the Master Staffing Schedule and records such as those for sick leave, statutory holiday, vacation and leaves of absences.
• Records in the Maintenance Log Book all routine maintenance requirements and following established procedures; arranges for emergent maintenance requirements and advises regarding maintenance work required and on completion.
• Assists in the attendance maintenance program through such activities as involvement in interviews with staff and completion of documentation and record keeping.
• Provides input through meetings and discussions into the update and development of policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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

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

Food Service Supervisor - Kelowna

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Supervisor
Company: Interior Health Authority
Job Location: Kelowna General Hospital, Kelowna
Type: Casual
Job Salary: $28.65 per hour
Job ID: 1670927

WORK PERFORMED

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 Dietician, 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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

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

Food Service Supervisor - Kamloops

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Supervisor
Company: Interior Health Authority
Job Location: Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops, BC
Type: Casual
Job ID: 1577430

WORK PERFORMED

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 Dietician, 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a recognized two-year program in Food Service Supervision

One year's recent, related experience

Food Safe Certificate

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

Food Service Director - Victoria

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Director
Company: Aramark
Job Location: Victoria, BC

Requisition #: 399772

WORK PERFORMED

• Lead, mentor, engage and develop teams to maximize their contributions, including recruiting, assessing, training, coaching, and managing performance.   
• Coach employees by creating a shared understanding of what needs to be achieved and how to execute. Reward and recognize employees.  
• Develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationship. Demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard model.  
• Identify client needs and effectively communicate operational progress. 
• Adopt Aramark processes and systems.  
• Build revenue and manage budget, including cost controls with regard to food, beverage, and labor.  
• Ensure full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals, including food and labor.  
• Direct and oversee operations related to production, distribution and foodservice.  
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers, and employees.  
• Build and develop supervisory staff to become future leaders 
• Comply with all applicable policies, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hour.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree level education highly preferred in an area of Food Service, Hospitality, Facilities, or Business Management. 
• Meaningful experience in service industry, contract services, or hospitality environment, including managing teams. 
• Strong analytical, project planning, and financial management skills. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, customers, colleagues and staff. 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

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

Patient Food Services Supervisor - Cardston, AB

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Patient Food Services Supervisor

Company: Alberta Health Services
Job Location: Cardston Health Centre - Cardston, AB
Job type: Regular Full-time

Job ID: ALB00304970

Job salary range: $24.31 - $41.77 per hour

Post close: Sep 02, 2022

WORK PERFORMED

• As a key member of the Nutrition and Food Services team, you are responsible for leading and mentoring staff, promoting safe work environments, managing budgets, and implementing organizational and departmental initiatives. 
• Patient Food Services Supervisors in Rural areas are responsible for several sites, travelling to each in accordance with a pre-set schedule for the work week. 
• Patient Food Supervisors act as key contact to site administration and patients and families for matters relating to Patient Food Services. 
• This position routinely interacts with dietitians, health care staff, patients and their families. 
• The Supervisor position is an introduction to the operations management team and could lead to other opportunities within Nutrition and Food Services Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a Food Services management role, ideally in an organization of significant size, complexity and diversity. 
• Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in Nutrition and Food Service Management or Business desired. 
• Ability to follow and apply established Diet Guidelines in the execution of menus and patient choice. 
• Effective communication and organizational skills. 
• Be client focused and committed to providing quality services. 
• Food Safety Certification.
• Healthcare experience is an asset CSNM membership is considered an asset.

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