Dietary supervisor Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world‑wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith‑ and values‑based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life – there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

The cook is responsible to provide quality food according to the approved menu, follow safety, hygiene and nutrition standards and work as part of the Food Services Team at Southview.

Accountabilities

• Able to cook, bake, and taste food on a consistent basis, including but not limited to meats, fish, vegetables, soups, sauces, desserts, cookies, muffins, sandwiches, and salads
• Able to organize and have food prepared on time for meal service that are of high quality and are well presented
• Cook and bake from mixes and recipes
• Work accurately in both imperial and metric
• Accurately prepare portions of food to minimize waste
• Prepare food for special events
• Able to prepare alternates for special diets – including but not limited to reduced salt and diabetic
• Understand the importance of consistency in special diets for the health of tenants
• Demonstrate flexibility in making menu substitutions when warranted
• Able to provide meals at unscheduled times if requested by resident
• Prepare for next day, including making sure items are removed from the freezer as per Food Safe standards
• Adhere to principles / directives of Food Safe in storage, handling, and preparation of food
• Labelling, dating, and storing foods in kitchen following Food Safe guidelines
• Consistently keeps work areas clean and sanitized
• Accept deliveries and ensures that orders are correct, properly rotated, stored, and labelled
• Ensure the correct meal is served when requested as per dietary requisitions
• Understand the Assisted Living and Independent Living concepts
• Operate all equipment safely as per operating procedures
• Work cooperatively with all food services staff for a smooth, professional delivery of service
• Assist with managing leftovers and clean up at the end of shift
• Take direction from Food Services Manager, Executive Director or designate
• Orders as requested by the Food Services Manager, Executive Director or designate
• Supervises the Dietary Aides when the Food Services Manager or designate is not available.
• Notify Food Services Manager of any concerns with tenants, staff, inventory, recipes, or menu items
• Direct Dietary Aides in portioning or prep of items for meal service.
• Monitor and record food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and service all phases of foods served. (HACCP standards are to be met)
• Wash dishes as required
• Read and understand communications via email, memos, and communication book
• Able to be flexible with duties to ensure teamwork and cooperation
• Perform other related duties as required.

Written And Verbal Communication

Critical Relationship Management

Internal

External

Working Conditions

The work environment is typically in a large and busy kitchen. The incumbent works as part of the dietary team.

Conditions May Include

Physical Requirements

Education And Experience Qualifications

Skills And Capabilities

Other Responsibilities

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $22.87 to $25.04 with a maximum of $27.21. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

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