Supervisor - Nutrition and Food Services

Nova Scotia Health; Canada; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Travel insurance

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Employee development

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Nutrition and Food Services Supervisor in the Western Zone to lead front-line staff, manage meal service operations, and ensure food safety across sites. The role reports to the NFS Manager and supports the organization’s patient care goals with strong leadership and collaboration.

Applicants should have a nutrition-related credential, food safety training, and experience in health care or unionized environments.

Qualifications

• Nutrition post-secondary degree or completion of a recognized course in Food and Nutrition Management required
• Journeyman Cook Red Seal Certification is an asset
• Advanced Food Safety Certification and HACCP Training
• Experience in food service or clinical nutrition management or leadership and operations required
• Knowledge of customer focused food service operations and room service model preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise front-line staff and day-to-day operations
• Oversee meal service and delivery in assigned areas and remote sites
• Ensure food safety and quality assurance in operations
• Coordinate tasks with the NFS management team and promote a safe work culture
• Lead staff development, coaching and performance, in a unionized environment

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Nutrition degree / Nutrition Management certification

Tools

Advanced Food Safety Certification

HACCP Training

Journeyman Cook Red Seal

Job description

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Supervisor - Nutrition and Food Services

Req ID: 229056
Location: Western Zone, Soldiers Memorial Hospital
Department: NFS Inpatient Food Svcs
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly PT (40%) x 1
Union: MGMT/NON-UnionManagement/Non UnionPosition
Posting Closing Date: 22-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Nutrition and Food Services (NFS), the Nutrition and Food Service Supervisor is responsible for the front-line supervision of employees, day-to-day operations, meal service and delivery and, ensuring safe and efficient operations of assigned work areas. The Supervisor acts as an ambassador and liaison within the integrated model of Nutrition and Food Services and is a resource and leader for employees in the area and remote sites. As part of the management team, assists in carrying out administrative and operational functions within designated area(s) and in accordance with NFS strategic plan. The Supervisor is committed to patient safety through continued quality assurance and improvements (food safety) and coordination of tasks.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Nutrition post-secondary degree (preferred) or completion of a recognized course in Food and Nutrition Management required
• Journeyman Cook Red Seal Certification is an asset
• Completion of an Advanced Food Safety Certification and HACCP Training
• Experience in food service or clinical nutrition management or leadership and operations required, minimum of two (2) years' preferred (recent relevant experience within the last 5 years)
• Experience preferred in a health care setting and unionized environment
• Knowledge of and experience in customer focused food service operations; room service model preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities/staff management/coaching in a unionized environment; Hire, Develop & Retain Solid Performers
• Demonstrated judgement, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated communication skills, written and oral
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills and positive change management orientation – Approaches problems as opportunities for system process improvement.
• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills
• Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practice, and organization health
• Demonstrates a Commitment to Customers and Service
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage time in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work outside a set schedule/beyond normal working hours as required
• Travel to other sites or throughout the province is required. Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent part-time position; 30 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Management
Band: 4
Hourly Rate: $39.05 - $47.83
Annual Salary: $76,150 - $93,284

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development, and employee support programs may also be available.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we’ re a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you’ll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

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