Food Services Manager

Do you enjoy being part of a team who believes that together, they can achieve remarkable things?

Do you want to work in a culture where people take care of people?

Do you want a chance to make a difference in people’s lives?

Do you value the opportunity to grow and learn?

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Food Services Manager

Position Summary

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for delivering an exceptional dining experience to the residents of Winchester Glen Retirement Community by managing all aspects of the kitchen and dining room.  You will provide an efficient, effective and reliable food service, 2 meals a day for more than 150 residents, special events and our newly established area dedicated to enhanced care.   Your commitment to cleanliness, quality and profitability, including your ability to manage budgets and menu plans effectively, is the key to your success in this role. As the Food Services Manager, you are able to delegate tasks clearly and maintain good relationships with your culinary and dining services team in a high-pressure dining environment. You will be a hands-on Chef, cooking  multiple days a week. You will have the ability to train, supervise and work alongside the front of house team. From time to time it will be required to fill in for vacancies as needed. It is a requirement of this position that you are flexible and able to work the occasional weekend and special event

This is a highly demanding, yet rewarding role, which will require someone who can thrive under pressure and show a commitment to resident satisfaction. You will pride yourself on ensuring no food is wasted and on your ability to create fun and flexible menus of a superior quality at all times.

Our Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this position, you have /are

• 3 years of progressive experience in a leadership role within a high volume culinary environment.
• A solid understanding of dietary requirements, nutritional values of food and the ability to plan, create and execute menus accordingly.
• Red Seal qualifications in food and beverage management would be an asset, but not mandatory
• Experience within retirement community, is preferred
• Experience with human resource processes, particularly leading a unionized team
• A strong, concise leader who can lead by example to inspire and engage a team of people.
• A proactive and positive attitude, self-motivated and organized in order to ensure the kitchen runs efficiently

Specifically, your duties include (but are not limited to):

• Providing an excellent culinary and dining experience for our residents
• Cooking along side your team members, at least 2 days a week
• Providing a nutritionally balanced meal service
• Planning of weekly menus for food preparation
• Consulting with our residents and wellness team regarding dietary needs
• Leading dietary Council Meetings with residents for direct feedback
• Hiring, training and creating a strong Dietary team
• Providing leadership, supervision and training for cooks, dishwashers and dining room servers while adhering to food and safety standards at all times
• Ordering and inventory control in line with budget compliance 
• Adhering to the Retirement Homes Act

About the Benefits 

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary that is commensurate with your skills and experience. Most importantly, you will be joining a hard-working and dedicated team that is friendly and supportive of each other. 

If you are passionate about cooking, team work and making a difference in the lives of older adults, we encourage you to apply today!

Please note: Some websites state wages or wage ranges at their own discretion. Any wages stated on the posting have not been provided nor approved by the employer.

Wages are based on the responsibilities of the role and the applicants experience and will be discussed between final applicants and the hiring manager.

Lev Senior Living  is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. Please notify Lev Senior Living if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation Lev Senior Living will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.

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