Lead - Nutrition & Food Services

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Manager - Nutrition & Food Services and/or Director 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 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.

Experience

• 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.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• 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.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• 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.
• 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 respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.