Food Services Manager

About PICS and Optima Living: Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society is a registered community-based non-profit, multi-service organization that has served the community since 1987. PICS Society assists youth, seniors, women, and the local community members by providing a comprehensive network of services and programs in the Lower Mainland and operates a Seniors Housing facility that includes assisted living, independent living, adult daycare program.

PICS Society is currently developing the next level of care with Guru Nanak Diversity Village (GNDV), a culturally sensitive “complex care” or “long-term care” Care Community that will meet the needs of seniors who require the support of full care services.

Position Summary

The Food Services Manager is responsible for the well-being of the residents through the preparation and delivery of home-cooked meals, as well as supervision of the food services and housekeeping team. This position reports to the General Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leading & Engagement Provides coaching & mentoring Conducts performance evaluations Promotes team building and engagement Manage and meet the financial commitments in the unit budgets Administration & Compliances Recruitment of new team members as needed, including skill-based interviews Preparing staff schedule Completion of bi-weekly payroll for culinary department Maintains provincial compliance standards to ensure successful inspections Ensure OH and S and WHMIS policies and procedures are maintained Ensure the environment is safe and sanitary for staff and residents; makes efforts to reduce safety hazards, accidents, and injuries where possible Interact with residents to resolve inquiries in a friendly, service-oriented manner Food Services Operations & Inventory Management Order and receive food services items Menu planning and production Hands on position assisting cooks with food preparation and cooking as required Cook quality, home-style meals while considering dietary restrictions when required Store food in designated areas following all food safety and sanitation procedures Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures Monitor inventory and deliveries of products and supplies Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements Qualifications and Experience Minimum of two (2) year experience with restaurant or home-cooking Strong background in food services in a residential care setting or hotel Leadership experience in food services is required Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors, and operational partners Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle fast paced environment Comprehensive food services knowledge, including focus on quality, production, sanitation, and presentation Superior oral and written communication skills Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve Ability to stand for extended periods of time Conditions of Employment Food Safe Certification Clear Police Information Check Clear Vulnerable Sector Check