Culinary Manager

**About Metta Lifestyles**:
At Metta Lifestyles, we're more than a growing Canadian company—we're a dynamic group united by a shared vision. Our passion for quality care is deeply woven into the fabric of our first-class retirement communities in Toronto and Ottawa. Each day, we strive to set new standards in senior living, ensuring our residents enjoy a lifestyle brimming with convenience, flexibility, and peace of mind.

Are you ready to be part of our vibrant growth story? We're looking for energetic individuals who share our commitment and drive, eager to contribute to our mission of providing the highest quality of care in an environment that celebrates life. Join us at Metta Lifestyles and be part of the change in senior living.

**The Opportunity**:
Reporting to the General Manager, the Culinary Manager manages all aspects of dining services in order to meet the nutritional needs of our residents. They will also ensure the effective and efficient preparation and delivery of food to our residents within legislative and budgetary requirements.

**Responsibilities**:

- Manages the development, delivery and performance of the food services program ensuring that applicable legislative guidelines and expectations are followed.
- Liaises with the Manager of Care on the nutritional assessment of residents.
- Works in conjunction with other departments to meet the needs and requests of residents.
- Ensures food is prepared in accordance with health guidelines, including administering regular testing for quality assurance.
- Executes a four week menu which provides and meets the Canada Food Guide.
- Ensures maintenance, cleanliness and proper usage of all equipment in production area.
- Controls storage, inventory and minimizes waste.
- Orders and receives food and kitchen supplies within budgetary constraints and monitoring inventory.
- Performs monthly inventory.
- Executes and maintains new food programs and policies as required.
- Participate in HR duties, including recruitment, organize staff orientation and in-service training, scheduling, regular performance reviews, and assist in staff development and coaching.
- Investigates and resolves employee and resident complaints and concerns.
- Ensures a hands-on approach by meeting with residents regularly to assess/discuss food service needs and preference.
- Keeps the General Manager promptly and fully informed of relevant day to day operations.
- Assists in long range planning and recommends improved procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
- **Qualifications**:_
- At least two (2) years experience in dietary management, with retirement experience an asset.
- Red Seal Certification preferred.
- Previous experience with leadership best practices and principles.
- Strong knowledge of financial management practices and budget processes.
- Strong familiarity with legislative regulations and policies related to food preparation and service.
- Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the workplace and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff.
- Metta Lifestyles is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation during the recruitment and selection process are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required. We will work with you to meet your needs._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- What is your expected salary range for this role?

Work Location: In person