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Mon Sheong Foundation; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading long-term care center in Richmond Hill is seeking a Part-Time Food Service Supervisor to oversee meal preparation and manage food service staff. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Chinese culinary arts along with supervisory skills. Responsibilities include ensuring food quality, cleanliness, and compliance with health standards while training other staff. This position is crucial for maintaining high standards of dietary services in support of resident health and well-being.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Chinese culinary.
• Prior supervisory experience and decision-making skills.
• Ability to speak, read, and write Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce all meals and cater to dietary needs.
• Train and supervise food service workers.
• Maintain food inventory and ensure cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Supervision

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Chef Training or Culinary Management Diploma

Post-secondary Diploma in Food and Nutrition Management

Certificate of Qualification as a Cook

Job description

Part-Time, Bargaining Unit Position Richmond Hill Posted 1 week ago

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Nutrition and Dietary Services or designate at Mon Sheong Richmond Hill Long Term Care Centre, the incumbent must prepare food for residents and other events. He / she must also supervise food service workers who will be assisting with the food preparation. He / she must ensure the highest quality of food production, cleanliness and sanitation, and health and safety standards within the workplace.

Main Duties

• Responsible for the preparation and production of all meals and catering services as listed on weekly menu including therapeutic diets and menu alternatives;
• Ensure foods are palatable and served at right temperature with the right portion according to the residents’ likes and dislikes charts;
• Assist with menu planning and recipe development;
• Train and supervise food service workers;
• Prepare purchase requisition for food and supplies according to specifications;
• Ensure items are delivered accurately, stored properly, and report any shortages or discrepancies;
• Maintain in and out record of food inventory;
• Report health and safety hazards immediately to the supervisor / manager;
• Follow Quality Management Plan for Nutrition and Dietary Services;
• Ensure all food and food samples are properly stored and labeled;
• Ensure all food contact surfaces are sanitized;
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and tools are properly cleaned, sanitized, and maintained;
• Deputize for the Food Service Supervisor in his / her absence.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• With institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality cooking experience (in place of the identified educational / training requirements) or
• One of the following qualifications (as per the Fixing Long Term Care Act 2021) Chef training or culinary management diploma or certificate granted by a college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002 OR granted by a registered private career college under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005.A diploma or certificate granted in another jurisdiction and a set of skills that, in the reasonable opinion of the Home, is equivalent to those that the Home would expect of a person who has a diploma or certificate as set out above.A certificate of qualification as a Cook issued under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act, 1998, or after Part III of the Ontario College of Trades and Apprenticeship Act, 2009.A post-secondary diploma in food and nutrition management or a post-secondary degree in food and nutrition.
• 3+ years of experience in Chinese culinary;
• Prior supervisory experience and decision-making skills.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and supervisory skills;
• Ability to speak, read, and write Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) are an asset.