About Us
At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.
The Opportunity:
The Assistant Food and Nutrition Manager is responsible for assisting in the planning, organization, and execution of food service operations. This role ensures the provision of high-quality, nutritious meals and outstanding customer service while adhering to food safety regulations and dietary guidelines. This position requires attention to detail, and a commitment to providing nutritious meals while adhering to dietary requirements and safety standards.
What Is In It For You:
• Completing Resident Nutritional Assessments; including quarterly assessments, MDS, including RAPs where implemented, QI’s and follow up documentation and intervention as needed, on residents identified at moderate and low nutritional risk.
• Manages, implements, communicates, and supports residents and/or families in the involvement and participation in determining appropriate nutritional care needs.
• Visits residents during mealtimes to monitor resident acceptability of food.
• Monitors all procedures for resident meal service to ensure the required standards are maintained.
• Implements and maintains the activities of the Quality Improvement audit schedule.
• Reports directly to the Administrator on all aspects concerning the operation of the dietary department.
What You Will Need
• Diploma in Food and Nutrition Management from a recognized program.
• Must be an active Member of the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management or a Registered Dietitian.
• Current provincial Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years of leading experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
• Previous experience in a Healthcare or Retirement setting is preferred.
• Experienced with training and supervising front line staff.
If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!