Upcoming Hiring Fair - Sechelt, BC

  

HIRING FAIR

Environmental Services & Food Services in Sechelt, BC

Date: Thursday, November 24, 2022  

Time: 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Place: Sechelt Hospital - Large Boardroom 

Address: 5544 Sunshine Coast Hwy, Sechelt

Please register your attendance by Tuesday, Nov. 22.

If you are ready to work, register now for an on-the-spot interview.

Please bring a copy of your resume, food safe certificate* and work permit (if applicable). 

*We will not be able to interview Food Services candidates without their Food Safe Certificate.

Scan QR Code to register!

Questions? Please email Brigitte.Relova@vch.ca (Food Services)

Support Service Manager - Richmond

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Support Service Manager
Company: WestCana Services
Job Location: Richmond, BC

Job type: Full-time

Job No: (WC1163)

WORK PERFORMED

• Supervisory duties include but not limited to
• Recruiting, training and developing staff;
• Scheduling, assigning and monitoring work;
• Evaluating Team Member performance;
• Ensuring a healthy and safe work environment including adherence to company policies;
• Resolving conflicts
• and taking appropriate disciplinary action in consultation with the Operations Manager and Human Resources.
• Prepares and/or monitors the preparation of food menus and plans to ensure individual dietary needs/standards are met and costs remain within approved budget allocations.
• In collaboration with the WestCana corporate policies and procedures, coordinates the best quality and most cost-effective products that will meet or exceed the individual and group dietary needs of the facility’s residents.
• Monitors all operating expenditures, as well as purchases and stores inventory.
• Ensures all audits are completed as required, and corresponding Action plan to remedy any inefficiencies.
• Communicates safety concerns through; Team Member meetings, huddles, memos, communication books.
• Facilitates WCB paperwork and corresponding return to work programs for staff who are injured in the workplace.
• Other duties include but not limited to scheduling, inventory, month end report, weekly receivers’ reports, audits and reports, regular monthly Team Member meetings, site/corporate meetings including occupational health and safety, Infection control, food committee.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• CSNM (Certified in Nutritional Management with current standing in the Canadian Society of Nutritional Management).
• Previous experience in a long term care or assisted living facility with working knowledge of Therapeutic diets and residential guidelines according to the health authority. 

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

Food Services Manager - Vancouver

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Services Manager

Company: RainCity Housing and Support Society
Job Location: Vancouver, BC
Job type: Full-time, Permanent

Job salary: from $77,418 a year

WORK PERFORMED

• The Food Services Manager oversees all aspects of the day-to-day management of an organized, safe and cost-effective Food Services program at RainCity Housing, serving a diverse range of individuals, many of whom are living with mental illness and/or substance use. 
• Reporting to the Director, Facilities, the Food Services Manager ensures food preparation and safe food handling practices and procedures are followed in accordance with established policies and procedures and licensing requirements, to ensure high-quality, nutritious and appealing meals for clients.
• The Food Services Manager ensures allocation of the necessary fiscal, technological, physical and human resources required to meet the purchasing, production, delivery, cafeteria, and other food services related requirements of the organization. 
• They are responsible for the hiring, dismissal, discipline, development and performance evaluation of Food Services staff and volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 7 years of recent, related experience in catering, institutional cooking, and/or a non-profit food services setting, including at least 3 years in a management capacity leading unionized staff
• Food Safe certification
• Non-profit experience preferred
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
• Class 5 driver’s license
• Ability to understand, communicate and support the mission and values of RainCity Housing, and the models/methods of supporting clients including the principles of Housing First and Harm Reduction

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

Food Service Supervisor - Victoria

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Supervisor
Company: WestCana Services
Job Location: Victoria, BC

Job No: (WC1159)

WORK PERFORMED

• Supervisory duties include but not limited to
• Recruiting, training and developing staff;
• Scheduling, assigning and monitoring work;
• Evaluating Team Member performance;
• Ensuring a healthy and safe work environment including adherence to company policies;
• Resolving conflicts
• and taking appropriate disciplinary action in consultation with the Operations Manager and Human Resources.
• Prepares and/or monitors the preparation of food menus and plans to ensure individual dietary needs/standards are met and costs remain within approved budget allocations.
• In collaboration with the WestCana corporate policies and procedures, coordinates the best quality and most cost-effective products that will meet or exceed the individual and group dietary needs of the facility’s residents.
• Monitors all operating expenditures, as well as purchases and stores inventory.
• Ensures all audits are completed as required, and corresponding Action plan to remedy any inefficiencies.
• Communicates safety concerns through; Team Member meetings, huddles, memos, communication books.
• Facilitates WCB paperwork and corresponding return to work programs for staff who are injured in the workplace.
• Other duties include but not limited to scheduling, inventory, month end report, weekly receivers’ reports, audits and reports, regular monthly Team Member meetings, site/corporate meetings including occupational health and safety, Infection control, food committee.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• CSNM (Certified in Nutritional Management with current standing in the Canadian Society of Nutritional Management).
• Previous experience in a long term care or assisted living facility with working knowledge of Therapeutic diets and residential guidelines according to the health authority. 

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

Director, Food Service Strategies & Initiatives - Vancouver

                                                                                                                                   JOB SUMMARY 

Position: Director, Food Service Strategies & Initiatives

Company: Vancouver Coastal Health

Job Location: Vancouver General Hospital, BC

Full/Part Time: Regular Full Time

Salary: $52.11 - $74.90 per hour

Job Reference: 172950-esa

WORK PERFORMED 

• Report to the Executive Director, Food Services.
• Be accountable for leading all Food Service Strategies and initiatives, relating to the quality and provision of services across Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). 
• Be responsible for the provision of leadership, planning and coordination of all Food services within assigned hospitals and long-term care facilities.
• Lead large-scale reviews of all food practices, procedures and systems with the goal of improving service provision, performance, quality and efficiency, and of enhancing the care service and environment.
• Provide leadership and accountability in the development of project charters and plans for any food service strategies and initiatives.
• Consult with internal stakeholders to prioritize strategies and initiatives, define project scope and lead the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and guidelines based on the strategic goals of VCH.
• Provide direction, oversight and coordination of project resources and leads the integration of any quality improvement findings and recommendations.
• Be responsible for overseeing food procurement in conjunction with Health Authority leads, regional menus and the operational delivery of the business processes provided by the food service information system including the planning, analysis, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the system.
• Create and maintains a high functioning integrated team that effectively incorporates subject matter expertise.
• Be responsible for building and maintaining exceptional customer relations that deliver consistent performance to commonly required standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Business Administration or a related health care discipline.
• Ten (10) years' recent relevant experience in strategic and operational change and/or re-design initiatives encompassing the public, organizational network leaders, provincial representatives, physicians and staff; or an equivalent combination of experience, training and experience.
• Registration with the College of Dietitians of BC.

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

Dining Services Manager - Olds, AB

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Dining Services Manager

Company: Seasons Retirement Communities LP
Job Location: Olds, AB

Job type: Full-time

WORK PERFORMED

• Oversees and manages all operations within the kitchen and dining room; maintains cleanliness of kitchen.
• Prepares and monitors the preparation of service daily and special event menu plans to ensure exceptional service and to ensure individual resident dietary needs are met.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with residents and guests in order to determine individual needs, resolve issues or concerns, and evaluate resident satisfaction.
• Participates as a member of the management team and provides support to the other members of the team. Provides leadership and direction to dining services staff members.
• Sharing information and participating on committees (i.e. Food Advisory Committee) to develop and implement best practices throughout Seasons communities.
• Consulting with the dietician and negotiating with suppliers to determine appropriate dietary need for menu planning purposes and to obtain optimum value for products.
• Liaison with municipal and provincial agencies concerning health and safety issues. i.e. Community Care Facility.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Covid-19 vaccination is mandatory
• Minimum two years of supervisory/chef experience in a volume food preparation environment in the healthcare or in the hospitality industry and working knowledge of special diets and dietary restrictions
• Understanding and experience in management of both the front and back of the house
• Strong communication skills; both oral and written
• Initiative, good judgment and strong ability to multitask
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with residents and their families, all levels of staff members, guests and other professionals with a high degree of patience and tolerance
• Red Seal Certification is considered an asset
• Class G/Class 5 driver’s license with clear driver’s abstract (Applicable to Ontario/Alberta)
• Current CPR & First Aid Certification
• Current Safe Food Handler’s Certification
• Current Smart Serve/Pro Serve Certification (Applicable to Ontario/Alberta)
• Must have/obtain Food Safety Certificates I and II
• Ability to lift up to/including 50 pounds is considered an asset

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

Unit Manager, Food Services - Peace River, AB

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Unit Manager, Food Services

Company: Compass Group
Job Location: Peace River, AB

Job type: Full-time

Job salary: $60,000 a year

WORK PERFORMED

• Drive the financial success of the unit's operation.
• Lead all phases of food preparation, operation planning and expenditures, budgeting, costing and maintaining proper inventory levels.
• Recruit, hire, schedule and perform general administrative duties.
• Ensure excellent client relationships and client satisfaction with the service and menu options.
• Achieve compliance with Compass’ Quality Assurance, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations.
• Initiate frequent workplace inspections and WHMIS training of all staff and effectively manage all.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years of related food service management experience
• ProServe, Food Safe or Basic First Aid training is required
• The ability to control food and labour costs.
• Creatively apply trendy food items and presentation to food service operations.
• A strong manager, leader, motivator and mentor.
• A detail-oriented individual and a strong team player.
• Outstanding client relationship skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Culinary skills would be an asset.

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

Patient Food Services Supervisor - Calgary, AB

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Patient Food Services Supervisor

Company: Alberta Health Services
Job Location: Calgary, AB
Job type: Casual

Job salary range: $24.31 - $41.77 per hour

Reference: ALB00318404

WORK PERFORMED

• The Patient Food Services Supervisor reports to the Manager, Patient Food Services and is responsible for maintaining patient food service operations at the site level. 
• This position provides direction to front line workers and ensures that patients and residents receive the meals required to promote good health.
• 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 Supervisors may act as key contact to site administration and patient care for matters relating to Patient Food Services. 
• This position routinely interacts with dietitians, healthcare staff, patients and their families. The Supervisor position is an introduction to the operations management stream and could lead to other opportunities within Nutrition and Food Services Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years in a Food Services management role, ideally in an organization of significant size, complexity and diversity. 
• Healthcare experience is an asset. 
• Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in Nutrition and Food Service Management desired. 
• A combination of relevant education and experience will be considered. 
• 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 
• Demonstrated ability and comfort with decision making responsibilities, coaching and teaching, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage human, financial and physical resources within a fast-paced, time sensitive work environment. 
• A proven ability to foster partnerships and to achieve organizational goals. 
• A strong track record in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

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

Food Service Director - Victoria

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Food Service Director

Company: SAGE Dining Services Canada

Job Location: Victoria, BC

Job type: Full-time

Salary: $67,500 - $70,000 a year

 

Work Performed:

• Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills and develop client relationships.
• Hire, mentor, and train Team Members in a positive environment.
• Create menus for daily meal service as well as for a variety of catering events.
• Implement and maintain HACCP standards
• Manage merchandising.
• Deliver fabulous catering results every time.
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively.
• Deliver budgeted financial results.
• Manage ordering and inventory.
• Develop strong client and customer relationships.
• Manage the retail sales and POS system.

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years food service management experience.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a food service operation in a financially responsible manner.
• Outstanding customer service skills and ability to develop client relationships.
• Substantial culinary knowledge: trends, techniques, and processes.
• Proven ability to hire, train, evaluate, and manage people.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
• Point of Sales system experience.
• Cash handling experience.
• Merchandising experience to increase sales.

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

Director of Airport Restaurant Operations - Kelowna

 JOB SUMMARY

Position: Director of Airport Restaurant Operations
Company: SSP America
Job Location: Kelowna, BC
Job type: Full time
Job salary: $85,000 - $95,000 a year

Work Performed:

• Ensures that each guest receives outstanding service by ensuring your team provides a guest-friendly environment, including greeting and acknowledging every guest and by maintaining outstanding standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of exceptional service at one or multiple restaurants, to include fast food and/or full service operations.
• Directly responsible for the recruitment, training, development, and communication with all team members to ensure they are knowledgeable on job expectations, as well as assess performance on a regular basis, to include conducting annual performance reviews on direct reports.
• Implements and maintains SSP guest service standards and/or brand specifications, and seeks to grow the business within the airport.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the airport authority client, major airlines at the airport, subtenant operators and both local and national food & beverage franchisors. Work side-by-side with direct reports, assisting them in doing the same.
• Ultimately responsible for handling guest complaints/comments, and using them to make improvements.
• Drive and monitor restaurant cleanliness and effective merchandising of products at all times; create great displays that reflect plan-o-grams and good levels of product availability. Lead the upselling efforts at the branch.
• Plans and assigns daily goals, tasks and assignments and/or instructs direct reports (i.e. supervisors, assistant managers) on the same.
• Drive management team/direct reports and hourly team members in the areas of new product introductions and promotional programs; drive the implementation of these items and drive and/or provide training to management team/direct reports and hourly team members accordingly.
• Drive the training process and/or conduct the training for management/direct reports and hourly team members on proper product preparation (for both internal and external brands), guest service techniques, and daily equipment maintenance procedures, as well as brand identity and standards.
• Conduct routine internal quality assessment audits and complete detailed written assessments to help determine preparedness of location and concurrence with brand standards and programs.
• Responsible for financial controls, personnel management, facilities, marketing, food preparation and quality, and general business operations and possess the organizational agility to report on these measures to your manager on a regular basis.
• Partners with the Corporate HR team to drive annual performance appraisal process for all direct reports and properties and ensures completion in accordance with the company program.
• Work with the Regional Leader of Operations in developing innovative solutions for positive, long-term transformations within the assigned properties.
• Facilitate and create action plans to address financial performance concerns at the airport.
• Communicates company policies with management team/direct reports and hourly team members through written and oral communication in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensures proper completion through follow-up. Monitors sales performance through the analysis of sales reports and comparison shopping, or directs others on the same.
• Function “hands-on,” balancing multiple priorities between multiple properties and devise and assist in implementation of creative solutions for complex issues within these properties.
• Works under pressure while exercising good judgment and handles conflict and resolves uncomfortable situations with clients, customers, peers and direct reports.
• Ability to learn, transfer learning, train and hold management team/direct reports/shift supervisors accountable for knowing, demonstrating and effectively utilizing systems, tools, processes, and equipment which enable guest loyalty and increased profitability.
• Identify potential or existing operational problems and initiates, develops, and implements appropriate solutions and measure results.
• Cultivate leadership and ethical values in self and others through modeling and coaching.
• Implements production planning to drive down waste costs (where applicable).
• Maintains adherence to all company policies and procedures, as well as state health/sanitation standards.
• Performs general clerical functions within the business/restaurant(s), which include payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, scheduling, and operating statements and/or oversees the completion of these responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary, Hotel & Restaurant Management or related field highly desired; experience may substitute for education
• Ten or more years of increasingly responsible restaurant/food service management experience (direct P&L responsibility for multi-unit operations) and/or franchise operations management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten or more years of airport terminal F&B concessions leadership and management experience - highly desirable
• Multi-unit restaurant management experience or franchise management experiences - desirable
• Aptitude to monitor and control labor costs in both dollar and percentage terms.

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