Food Services Supervisor/Cook, Job offer in Waterloo, Ontario

Responsibilities Include:

• Preparation of meals according to the posted menu and standardized recipes, ensuring that the high standards are executed and respected at all times.
• Ensures that the food services department is meeting the residents’ nutritional needs.
• Reviews the menus ensuring usage of seasonal foods, the Canada Food Guide, rotation of stock and meeting the specific needs of special diets.
• Knows and interprets facility policies, procedures and practices and communicates these to the appropriate personnel.
• Initiates and provides staff orientation and in-service programs for food services personnel.
• Assists in the evaluation of staff performance to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintains good working relationships with all staff members
• Operates in a fiscally responsible manner and maintains purchasing and inventory control.
• Strong team member philosophy and ability to work with a minimum of supervision in a fast paced work environment.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Executive Chef with a Red Seal Certificate or College graduate of recognized food service diploma program preferred.
• Experience in nutritional & food management/preparation and presentation in a related work environment
• Self-directed and team-oriented, with good organization and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge in quality/quantity food production, nutritional considerations for seniors, the Ontario Food Premises Act, Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Preference will be given to applicants with leadership experience in a retirement or hospitality setting.
• Experience in health and safety standards.
• Strong computer skills, i.e. Excel and Word