Job Description

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Req ID: 228699

Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre

Department: NFS Food Services CEHHC

Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 2

Management/Non Union Position

Posting Closing Date: 2-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
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Casual relief, no guaranteed hours

Compensation and Benefits

$39.05 - $47.83 Hourly

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.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.