Food Service Manager (Chef)
The Retirement Residence is in lease up mode, with new residents moving in every week. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Food Service Manager to help grow the dining services in a beautiful new home (with a beautiful new kitchen).
About the job
Come and lead the dining services in a new retirement community!
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Food Service Manager to build their team and the dining services in a community that is in growth mode.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the operations of the food service department, including managing staff and ensuring efficient workflow
- Maintain high standards of customer service and satisfaction
- Interview, hire, and train new employees
- Provide guidance and support to staff members, promoting a positive work environment
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness standards
Duties:
- Establish, implement and enforce Food Service Department policies and procedures.
- Plan, organize, direct and supervise the activities of the Food Service Department to ensure the provision of high-quality food service.
- Plan menus based on Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating for the resident population and special seasonal events.
- Responsible for cooking for 50% of scheduled shifts, the other 50% of scheduled shifts are allocated to administrative duties and oversight of cooks.
- Provides direct support to the cooks throughout meal service.
- Purchase and receive all supplies necessary for daily meal preparation, nourishments and special events.
- Develop and ensure the use of standardized recipes. Oversee meal preparation and participate in its preparation. Supervise meal service to ensure appropriate portion control and resident acceptance
- Hire, terminate, schedule and train all Food Service employees. Establish and monitor work flow, evaluate performance and production making necessary changes to maintain quality service.
- Ensure sanitation regulations pertaining to food preparation and food premises are followed.
- Coordinate Dietary services with other departments as required.
- Participate in budget preparation, monitor expenses and be accountable for working within budget.
- At the request of the Residents’ Council, attends Residents’ Council Meetings.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, or qualifications associated with the role.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation regarding the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Search, which includes a vulnerable sector screen, and a current TB test, will be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
To apply please email info@ashleyoaksretirement.com
