Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) is a leading healthcare provider serving the Winnipeg region through a comprehensive and integrated network of hospitals, health centers, and community programs. As a public health organization, WRHA is committed to providing equitable, high-quality healthcare services to its diverse population. Among its many facilities, Grace Hospital stands out as a center dedicated to delivering excellent patient care supported by various clinical and support services.
Within this dynamic healthcare environment, the Regional Food Services department at Grace Hospital plays an essential role in supporting patient health and recovery through nutritious and timely meal services. The department is part of the broader Nutrition & Food Services division of WRHA, which prioritizes food safety, dietary standards, and operational efficiency.
The Food Service Manager position at WRHA is a critical leadership role located at Grace Hospital. Under the guidance of the WRHA Nutrition & Food Services Regional Manager, the Food Service Manager takes responsibility for overseeing all aspects of meal service operations within the hospital. This includes managing the provision of meals to patients and residents, ensuring both quality and safety standards are maintained.
The role involves supervising and training staff, including food service employees and students, to maintain a motivated and competent team. The Food Service Manager is also responsible for creating employee schedules, handling payroll processes, and ensuring proper budget management related to food service operations and capital expenditures. This position requires active participation in quality improvement programs aimed at enhancing service effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
Ideal candidates will bring a minimum of three years of food service operations experience that includes demonstrated management capabilities in purchasing and receiving. The position demands strong organizational and interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative work environment, along with a thorough understanding of occupational health and safety, and potentially LEAN methodologies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and familiarity with systems such as CBORD, ESP, and SAP is considered an asset.
Educational qualifications include a baccalaureate degree with a major in Food and Nutrition or an approved equivalent, plus completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship program. Candidates must be eligible for registration with a related professional association and hold valid certification from a recognized Food Handler's course.
The Food Service Manager is entrusted with upholding the highest standards of sanitation, equipment maintenance, health and safety compliance, and emergency preparedness. This role ensures that the department adheres to policies and procedures that meet or exceed governmental health and safety standards. Maintaining security and the operational integrity of all equipment and facilities within the department is a pivotal responsibility.
In summary, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to patient care in a reputable healthcare setting while building a career in clinical support services. The Food Service Manager will be a key leader in delivering nutritious and safe meals, essential to patient health and wellbeing in the Winnipeg Health Region.
Within this dynamic healthcare environment, the Regional Food Services department at Grace Hospital plays an essential role in supporting patient health and recovery through nutritious and timely meal services. The department is part of the broader Nutrition & Food Services division of WRHA, which prioritizes food safety, dietary standards, and operational efficiency.
The Food Service Manager position at WRHA is a critical leadership role located at Grace Hospital. Under the guidance of the WRHA Nutrition & Food Services Regional Manager, the Food Service Manager takes responsibility for overseeing all aspects of meal service operations within the hospital. This includes managing the provision of meals to patients and residents, ensuring both quality and safety standards are maintained.
The role involves supervising and training staff, including food service employees and students, to maintain a motivated and competent team. The Food Service Manager is also responsible for creating employee schedules, handling payroll processes, and ensuring proper budget management related to food service operations and capital expenditures. This position requires active participation in quality improvement programs aimed at enhancing service effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
Ideal candidates will bring a minimum of three years of food service operations experience that includes demonstrated management capabilities in purchasing and receiving. The position demands strong organizational and interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative work environment, along with a thorough understanding of occupational health and safety, and potentially LEAN methodologies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and familiarity with systems such as CBORD, ESP, and SAP is considered an asset.
Educational qualifications include a baccalaureate degree with a major in Food and Nutrition or an approved equivalent, plus completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship program. Candidates must be eligible for registration with a related professional association and hold valid certification from a recognized Food Handler's course.
The Food Service Manager is entrusted with upholding the highest standards of sanitation, equipment maintenance, health and safety compliance, and emergency preparedness. This role ensures that the department adheres to policies and procedures that meet or exceed governmental health and safety standards. Maintaining security and the operational integrity of all equipment and facilities within the department is a pivotal responsibility.
In summary, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to patient care in a reputable healthcare setting while building a career in clinical support services. The Food Service Manager will be a key leader in delivering nutritious and safe meals, essential to patient health and wellbeing in the Winnipeg Health Region.
Job Requirements
- Minimum three years experience in Food Service Operations with demonstrated management and purchasing/receiving skills
- Baccalaureate degree with a major in Food and Nutrition or approved equivalent
- Completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship program
- Eligible for registration with related professional association
- Valid certification from a recognized Food Handler's course
- Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check including Vulnerable Sector Search
- Child Abuse Registry Check
- Adult Abuse Registry Check
- Able to work in person on day shifts
- Able to comply with safety and health regulations and workplace practices
- Ability to reliably manage employee scheduling and payroll
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Job Qualifications
- Baccalaureate degree with a major in Food and Nutrition or approved equivalent
- Completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship program
- Eligible for registration with related professional association
- Valid certification from a recognized Food Handler's course
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety and LEAN methodology is an asset
- Able to demonstrate interpersonal communication, organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office is required
- Knowledge of CBORD, ESP, & SAP is an asset
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets is an asset
- Demonstrated leadership abilities in a team environment
- Adheres to all safety and health regulations and workplace practices
- Ensures safe receiving, storage, and handling of food and other supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Ensures emergency/contingency plans exist for all functional areas and annually reviews and revises these plans as required
- Responsible for defining and implementing facility and Regional Nutrition & Food Service specific policies and procedures that meet or exceed standards set by Government Authorities
- Maintains established standards of service specific to the facility and WRHA Nutrition & Food Services inclusive of sanitation, equipment operation and maintenance, health and safety and accident prevention
- Ensures that the department security is maintained
- Ensures that all equipment is kept in good repair
Job Duties
- Manages all activities related to the provision of meal service to patients/residents
- Responsible for supervising, training and evaluating food service employees and students
- Manages employee scheduling and payroll
- Responsible for the food service operating/capital budget development and compliance
- Participates in quality improvement programs
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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