Assistant Director Food Services

Include, but not limited to, the following:

• Assist in development, implementation, facilitation and evaluation of food services.
• Create and implement menus, in consultation with the Director Food Services, with input from Residents’ Council and Dietitian, as per legislation.
• Develop standardized recipes and menus following guidelines.
• Participates in resident care conferences, as required.
• Participates in interdisciplinary assessments with residents and families; implement individualized and resident-centered care plans based on resident needs, as required.
• Monitor services in accordance with legislative, professional, best practices and standards.
• Assist in ensuring staffing needs for the cooks and food service workers, including hiring, orientation/training, shift assignments, schedules and payroll, are met while meeting budget requirements.
• Monitor employee performance; provide guidance, counseling/coaching, conducting performance reviews and attendance management programs.
• Oversees food/supply purchasing, inspection and storing; ensuring rotation of new products.
• Assist with annual budget preparation; stay within approved budget.
• Ensure completion of audits; develop action plan to correct/improve measures.
• Lead quality initiatives that embrace person-centered care and innovation.
• Participate in annual program evaluations, as required.
• Track and monitor key performance indicators, including quality, department and human resources.
• Other duties as assigned