Food & Nutrition Manager Full Time [IAR FNM 1.00] - AgeCare Aurora

AgeCare; Aurora; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in long-term care is seeking a dedicated Food and Nutrition Manager to lead their Food and Nutrition Services Department. This role emphasizes high-quality food and nutritional services tailored to the individual needs of residents. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Nutrition or a related field, along with a strong commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors through compassionate care. Join a team that values dignity, respect, and the well-being of its residents, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nutrition or related field required.
• Active member of Canadian Society of Nutrition Management or Registered Dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Food and Nutrition Services Department.
• Complete nutritional assessments and manage resident care needs.

Skills

Nutritional Assessment

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Therapeutic Nutrition Knowledge

Education

Degree in Nutrition

Registered Dietitian Membership

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Job description

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We believe we are working in our residents' homes and are dedicated to providing a comfortable, person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity

The Food and Nutrition Manager will oversee the management and organization of the Food and Nutrition Services Department to provide high-quality food and nutritional services to the home, with an emphasis on the individual needs and wants of the residents.

What Is In It For You

• Complete Resident Nutritional Assessments, including quarterly assessments, MDS, RAPs where implemented, QI’s, and follow-up documentation and intervention as needed. In the absence of the Registered Dietitian, it will be the responsibility of the Food and Nutrition Manager to complete assessments for residents at high nutritional risk.
• Support Resident and Family Council and chair the Food Committee.
• Manage, implement, communicate, and support residents and/or families in involvement and participation in determining appropriate nutritional care needs.
• Visit residents during mealtimes to monitor acceptability of food.

What You Will Need

• A degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, Culinary Arts, Dietary Guidance, or Planning.
• Must be an active Member of the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management or a Registered Dietitian.
• Current provincial Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Previous professional experience in a healthcare setting is an asset.
• Knowledge of clinical documentation.
• Demonstrate organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Solid knowledge of basic therapeutic nutrition as it relates to the needs of the Long-Term Care population.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect, and compassion, come join us!