Co-Culinary Manager
Status: Permanent Part-Time (14 hours per week)
Location: On site at 110 Sandys Street, Chatham, ON N7L4X3
This is a newly created position within the organization, currently vacant
Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 55 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.
Meadow Park Chatham is a fully accredited long term care home in Chatham, Ontario and serves 99 residents. Chatham is the urban centre of Chatham-Kent, a large municipality in Southwestern Ontario located between Windsor (approximately 80 km to the west) and London (approximately 115 km to the east). It is known for its fertile farmland, a diverse economy of manufacturing and agriculture, and rich history, including its role in the Underground Railroad.
Join our team as a Co-Culinary Manager!
Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Co-Culinary Manager coordinates and supervises the daily operations of Food Services, including food preparation, staff supervision, inventory, and enforcing safety and sanitation standards under the Manager’s direction. The incumbent will
ensure that continuous quality improvement outcomes approved for the Home are met or exceeded, and demonstrate dedication to professional values and the mission, vision and values of the Home.
Key responsibilities of the Co-Culinary Manager include:
Maintaining regular communication with the Culinary Manager to report concerns, share updates, and support departmental alignment.
Providing hands-on leadership to ensure high-quality nutritional care and a resident-centered approach to meal service, fostering a solutions-focused environment.
Assists in supervising dietary staff, including training, coaching, and performance evaluation to promote team engagement and professional growth.
Partners with the Culinary Nutrition Manager to develop and update dietary education materials and in-service programs; facilitates training for dietary and interdisciplinary staff.
Conducts daily inspections of kitchen and serveries to proactively identify and resolve operational issues, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and compliance. Oversee special events working collaboratively with the Life Enrichment Department. Coordinates dietary support for catering, holiday meals, cultural events, and special functions.
Oversees the preparation and delivery of all meals and nourishments, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to dietary standards.
Manages ordering and inventory of food, supplies, and equipment to maintain adequate stock levels and support uninterrupted service.
Ensures resident profiles are accurate and up to date, including timely updates of Registered Dietitian (RD) reports and clinical assessments.
Coordinates bi-annual seasonal menu changes, daily menu adjustments, and special event menus to reflect resident preferences and nutritional needs. Collaborates with CM for this process
Monitors food production levels, adjusting for shortages or excess to minimize waste and ensure efficient resource use.
Verifies completion of temperature logs, preventative maintenance, chemical (PPM) logs, and daily cleaning schedules to uphold safety and sanitation standards.
Performs regular audits of meal service and kitchen operations to ensure duties are completed and standards are consistently met.
Participates in Resident Food Committee/Council meetings to gather feedback, address concerns, and enhance the dining experience.
We are looking for the following qualifications and traits:
Current Membership in the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM).
Education in Nutrition, Dietetics and/or Food and Nutrition Management.
Experience working in long-term care dietary departments with a strong background in quantity food production, food service operations, clinical nutrition, Meal Suite, menu planning, ordering, procurement and staff supervision.
Minimum 2 years in a food service-related management role.
General knowledge of nutrition and a basic understanding of therapeutic diets to support resident-specific dietary needs.
Proven leadership abilities with experience in supervising staff and managing labour relations effectively.
Thorough knowledge of: Health and safety protocols, infection prevention and control standards, safe food handling and sanitation practices in healthcare settings.
Familiarity with relevant legislation, including:
Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2021 and Ontario Regulation 246/22
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Employment Standards Act
Human Rights Code and other applicable labour laws.
Our offer to you may include:
Competitive Health, Welfare and Dental Benefits
Pension program where we match contributions and invest in your future
Referral bonus
Individualized assistance with tuition and further education
Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career
Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events
Exclusive discounts on products, services and travel
A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs.
Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of vaccination against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, two positive references and, prior to starting at the location, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening.
Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.
All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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