Dietary Services Manager, Gateway Haven

Primary Work Location : Gateway Haven

Employment Type : Permanent, Full time

Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Administrator, the Dietary Services Manager oversees the fast-paced day-to-day operation of the home's dietary department which involves the management of food service employees including the nutritional care of the residents of the facility and the supervision of staff. This includes nutrition consulting, meal planning, inventory control, budgeting and purchasing. The Manager coordinates dietary activities with other departments in the facility and ensures dietary department and food service adherence with provincial legislations, regulations and standards.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary diploma in Food and Nutrition Management or equivalent
• Current membership in the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management or current status as a Registered Dietitian
• Five years of previous experience in dietary services in a long-term care setting
• Two years of previous supervisory experience
• Safe Food Handling Certification as per O.Reg 493/17 of the Food Premises Act

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of food service trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, preparation, and presentation
• Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports
• Experience with budget preparation and management
• Ability to identify measures of performance and actions needed to improve or correct performance
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team to achieve and exceed their goals
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Strong formal and informal leadership skills

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $91,036-$107,107 per annum
• Hours per week: 35 hours
• 100% Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• OMERS pension with equal employer match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid health and wellness Leave
• Parental leave top up program
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs

Apply by: September 7, 2025

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca .

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.