Manager, Food Services Operations – Duncan, BC – Island Health
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Regional Manager Food Services, the Manager, Food Services Operations is responsible for all aspects of planning, organizing and directing staff and activities of the Food Service Department serving assigned Island Health sites. Ensures departmental policies and procedures comply with professional, legal and Island Health standards.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Food Service Administration or completion of an approved post-secondary course as a Food Service Supervisor/Manager and five (5) years’ recent related experience in service management in health facilities, including operational experience with quality assurance programs and food service policy and procedures within a healthcare setting.
Completion of relevant health care administration courses and graduation from a recognized culinary training course is an asset.
Valid BC Driver’s license.
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated leadership ability and highly developed interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to client focused services and teamwork
- Ability to integrate administrative, professional and operational aspects of the department throughout the Vancouver Island Health Authority in an effective and efficient manner
- Knowledge of change management and project management principles and methodologies
- Ability to develop and nurture an environment where quality improvement principles are embraced and used on a continuous basis
- Ability to utilize related equipment such as various word processing and spreadsheet applications including all MS Office applications
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the role
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