Job Description

Fordwich Village Nursing Home is seeking a dedicated full-time Food Service Manager to join our leadership team. We operate a 27-bed long term care home within Fordwich Ontario. Fordwich Village provides a positive working environment, where we pride ourselves in delivering the best care in all aspects for our residents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

CSNM (Canadian Society of Nutrition Managers) Membership required

Must have proof of COVID vaccine, TB testing and vulnerable sector police check

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Long Term Care

Ability to work independently/self-directed

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Demonstrates an ability to problem solve

Good verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of computerized long-term care documentation programs required

Enthusiastic leader

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to speak, read and write English and to follow oral and written directions

Understanding and empathy for the needs of seniors

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Member of the Home's leadership team.

Ensure the preparation of meals according to the posted menu ensuring that all standards are met.

Oversee and assist with the quality dining experience for residents.

Coordinate the Resident Food Committee.

Work cooperatively with the registered dietitian to ensure that the clinical dietetic needs of residents are met.

Ensure that all dietary functions are performed in a clean, sanitary manner.

Direct the control of food costs, waste, and ordering.

Oversee the hiring, orientation, supervision and training of dietary staff.

Inspect for food supplies and determine what quantities of food should be reordered, communicating to the Food Services Supervisor.

Ensure all MOHLTC and Public Health requirements are met.

Maintain excellent documentation systems.

Contribute to a home environment for residents that ensures the values of Primacare Living Solutions are maintained and upheld.

Set out schedules for Dietary department

Maintains good staffing compliment, hires and manages staffing in department

Follows policies and procedures including HR processes for investigations and re coaching, disciplinary action

We would like to thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, we require that all applicants be legally entitled to work in Canada. A Criminal Record Search with a vulnerable sector screen is also required.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Additions

Pension plan (employer 4% match)

Experience:

Management:

2 years (preferred)

LTC: (

preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Ontario Society of Nutritional Management (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-10