Seasons Retirement Communities

Job Position: Dining Services Manager

  • Application Deadline:
  • Employment Type: Full time
  • Location(s): Stoney Creek
  • Compensation: per hour
    Compensation to be determined based on experience
  • How to Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter to hberat@goodwillonline.ca
    or submit them using the Apply button below.

Required Qualifications:

– Covid-19 vaccination is mandatory
– Minimum two years of supervisory/chef experience in a volume food preparation environment in the -healthcare or in the hospitality industry and working knowledge of special diets and dietary restrictions
– Understanding and experience in management of both the front and back of the house
– Strong communication skills; both oral and written
– Initiative, good judgment and strong ability to multitask
– Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with residents and their families, all levels of staff members, guests and other professionals with a high degree of patience and tolerance
– Red Seal Certification is considered an asset
– Must have/obtain Safe Food Handlers certification
– Must have/obtain Food Safety Certificates I and II
– Ability to lift up to/including 50 pounds is considered an asset

Key Responsibilities:

– Oversees and manages all operations within the kitchen and dining room; maintains cleanliness of kitchen.
– Prepares and monitors the preparation of service daily and special event menu plans to ensure exceptional service and to ensure individual resident dietary needs are met.
– Develops and maintains effective relationships with residents and guests in order to determine individual needs, resolve issues or concerns, and evaluate resident satisfaction.
– Participates as a member of the management team and provides support to the other members of the team. Provides leadership and direction to dining services staff members.
– Sharing information and participating on committees (i.e. Food Advisory Committee) to develop and implement best practices throughout Seasons communities.
– Consulting with the dietician and negotiating with suppliers to determine appropriate dietary need for menu planning purposes and to obtain optimum value for products.
– Liaison with municipal and provincial agencies concerning health and safety issues. i.e. Community Care Facility.

Additional Details:

About Our Company:

Our Mission to You:
As a certified Great Place to Work®, Seasons believes that every single team member plays an important role in the overall happiness of our residents. We foster a culture of growth and support for our committed team members and offer opportunities for personal and professional development to advance a rewarding career in the seniors housing sector.