Director of Dietary Services

Director of Dietary Services
Deerwood Creek Community

At Sienna Senior Living, our commitment to enhancing the daily lives of our residents extends far beyond clinical care. Integral to this mission are our dedicated leaders and their teams who oversee vital functions such as culinary services, housekeeping, recreation, and maintenance. These roles are not just jobs; they embody the heart and soul of our purpose-drive culture, one that is centered on cultivating happiness in daily life

What We Offer:
We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

- A competitive salary and vacation package
- Health & Dental benefits program
- RRSP with employer match
- Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
- Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
- A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What You Will be Doing:
Menu Planning & Nutritional Oversight:

- Develop and oversee the implementation of menus that meet the dietary needs and preferences of residents
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and dietary guidelines, including therapeutic diets and food safety standards
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to address the nutritional needs of individual residents

Team Member Management & Training:

- Train, supervise and evaluate dietary team members, including cooks and dietary aides
- Provide ongoing training to team members to ensure competence in food preparation, sanitation and customer service
- Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, communication and mutual respect among dietary team members

Budget & Inventory Management:

- Manage the dietary department budget, including food purchasing, labour costs and supplies to ensure operations are cost-effective
- Monitor food inventory levels and implement control measures to minimize waste and optimize resource utilization
- Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising the quality or nutritional value of meals provided to residents

Regulatory Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, provincial and local regulations governing food service operations in the home
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to food production, inventory management and resident dietary preferences
- Participate in regulatory inspections and audits, addressing any deficiencies and implementing corrective actions as needed

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement:

- Implement quality assurance measures to monitor and evaluate the quality, presentation and service of meals provided to residents
- Solicit feedback from residents, families and team members to identify areas of improvement and implement changes accordingly
- Stay informed about current trends and best practices in the field of dietary services and nutrition

Who You Are:

- Completion of a Food Service Nutrition Management Certificate, from a recognized educational institution
- Membership in the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (Student memberships are not applicable)
- Experience in senior health, specifically Long Term Care
- You have strong people management skills that can guide, motivate and supervise a diverse team while also being able to delegate tasks effectively
- Can demonstrate patient, understanding, and able to connect with both residents and their families
- You are able to think quickly, adapt to changing situations, and resolve issues efficiently
- Possess effective organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks, manage budgets and ensure the smooth operation of the department

What you need to know:

- You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check applicable to the appropriate province