Food & Beverage Manager

Let us welcome you home to The Kensington in Victoria, BC Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia.

Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada. Our Vision : For every person to feel at home. This is truly supported by our credo.

Let us welcome you home. All of us here feel it is an honour to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavours.

As the Food & Beverage Manager, you are responsible for the well-being of our residents through the preparation and delivery of home-cooked meals, as well as supervision for the food services team.

Responsibilities : Coach and support the team to develop comprehensive knowledge of the current menu offered Order and receive food services items Monitor inventory and deliveries of product and supplies As required, support the preparation of quality, home-style meals while considering dietary restrictions Plans seasonal menus Maintains provincial compliance standards for successful inspection outcomes - inclusive of food safety and sanitizations requirements;

while maintaining standards for presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures Implements processes so the environment is safe 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 Recruitment of new team members as needed, including interviews Team member engagement including performance evaluations, coaching, and mentoring Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements Work schedule is Sunday through Thursday, shifts vary based on business demands Evenings and weekends as required Qualifications and Experience : Food Services Management through Canadian Society of Nutrition Management or equivalent.

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 Experience in a union environment is preferred Conditions of Employment : Food Safe Certification Level 2 Clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check #IDCO6 Powered by JazzHR