Lead – Nutrition & Food Services (nu-22-078)

Under the direction of the Manager – Nutrition & Food Services and/or Director of Health Services where applicable, the Lead – Nutrition & Food Services is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the direct on-site operations of the Nutrition & Food Services department. Through a collaborative process, the incumbent works with the Manager – Nutrition & Food Services and/or Director of Health Services where applicable, and provides input on the development, integration, maintenance and management of the regional Nutrition & Food Services programs’ strategic plans, policies, processes, therapeutic diet/legislative standard compliance and clinical nutrition partnerships to accomplish corporate goals and objectives. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for the overall delivery and operation of Nutrition & Food Services at their designated site. The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud. The position is based in Gladstone at Third Crossing Manor, and provides services to Gladstone Health Centre and MacGregor Health Centre.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree with major in Nutrition Sciences or relevant education in Nutrition & Food Services

Other combination of education and experience may be considered

Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or equivalent Food Sanitation course or be willing to acquire a Food Handler Training Certificate 1 in the first six (6) months of employment

Knowledge and understanding of therapeutic and modified texture diets

Knowledge of computerized scheduling/payroll program

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, Outlook/Email, Electronic Menu Management program and online training

Minimum five (5) years relevant Nutrition & Food Service Management experience in health care or institutional food services setting

Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a health care or institutional food services setting

Demonstrated ability to take charge and initiate actions toward the achievement of goals

Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate the multiple components of an integrated system within a health delivery model

Demonstrated ability to create a wider understanding and advance regional health priorities and partnerships through communication process

Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with internal and external clients in a mutually respectful manner

Demonstrated ability to develop skills and knowledge in self and staff, based on learning and communicating best practices

Demonstrated ability to assess what the problems are, form a plan toward a solution of the problem(s) and initiate action necessary to resolve the problems in an adaptable, flexible and ethical manner

Demonstrated ability and knowledge of the internal structure, programs, services and external partnerships and understands how their position fits with Southern Health- Santé Sud organizational structure

Demonstrated ability to understand and adhere to the organizations values and standards of ethical behavior

Demonstrated ability to incorporate a keen sense of reality and fundamental decision making skills in order to decide in advance what needs to be done and how it is to be done.

Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required

Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions

Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job

Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums

Good work and attendance record

Conditions of Employment

Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.