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Registered Dietician

Compass Group8 days ago
Verified
Wolfville, NS
Mid Level

Top Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage
Mental Health and Well-Being initiative
Employment Assistance Program which provides access to 24/7 support, resources, and information

About the role

Job Summary

How you will make an impact:

You will be responsible for assisting the Manager to ensure the effective overall functioning of the Food and Nutrition Services Department.

As a Registered Dietician, you will:

  • Approve the menu, assist in development of recipes, and implement food production controls
  • Complete nutritional assessments and nutritional care plans for all residents. Identify residents at nutritional risk and prioritize accordingly
  • Plan and monitor therapeutic diets, dietary restrictions, and supplemental feedings to meet the specialized needs of residents
  • Maintain summary of visits and nutritional assessments/reviews
  • Should the physician require a therapeutic diet that is not on the current list of approved diets for the facility, write cycle menus that meet the specifications of the diet ordered as well as the accepted menu procedures of the Department of Food and Nutrition Services
  • Monitor resident satisfaction with Food and Nutrition Services and respond to needs that may arise
  • Assist the Food Service Manager to ensure compliance with all legislation pertinent to the management of the kitchen
  • Assist with development and ongoing implementation and maintenance of efficient, effective systems in Food and Nutrition Services
  • Complete required audits as outlined in the “Summary of Required Nutrition and Food Service Audit”
  • Act as advisor to the Food Service Manager

About you:

  • Current professional registration with the College of Dietitians
  • Sound knowledge of geriatric nutrition care in the long-term care setting
  • A thorough knowledge of government legislation in the areas of long-term care
  • A thorough knowledge of food service methods, materials and equipment used in quantity food preparation and serving
  • A sound knowledge of Food Service sanitary and safety standards
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise staff effectively
  • A general knowledge of government legislation in labour, health and safety, employment, and human rights
  • An ability to work within budget guidelines
  • Effective oral and written communication skills

About Compass Group

Food and Beverage Services
5001-10,000

Compass Group PLC is a world leading food and support services company, which serves meals to millions of people in c.35 countries and employs and engages more than 550,000 people globally. The Company specialises in providing food and a range of support services across the core sectors of Business & Industry, Healthcare & Senior Living, Education, Sports & Leisure and Defence, Offshore & Remote, with an established brand portfolio.