Assistant Manager Food Services (Patient)

Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $38.88/Hr. - CAD $55.89/Hr. Job Accuracy Posting Flag The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required Summary Reporting to the Manager, Food Services, the Assistant Manager is responsible for providing day-to-day operations management for a designated food services portfolio by supervising staff, making resource planning and selection decisions in collaboration with the Manager, coordinating work assignments, establishing orientation and training plans, establishing performance expectations, conducting performance evaluations and resolves disciplinary matters. Coordinates designated food services such as in-patient, cafeteria and catering services including planning menus and services for clients and ensuring adherence to production and service capabilities, cost constraint, presentation and nutritional requirement as established with Nutritional Standard Guidelines. Works with the Manager to determine and implement best practices. Investigates and resolves operational issues involving service level concerns or staff performance issues. The position participates in developing and monitoring the budget and assists the Manager in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of systems, processes, policies, procedures, products, services and equipment. What You Bring Education Diploma in Food Service Nutrition Management or Recognized Certification in a related field. Five (5) years' recent, related experience in a large, institutional food services environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing at various levels of the organization. Demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance systems. Demonstrated ability to supervise. Ability to resolve issues in a customer service environment, tactfully and equitably, with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to handle stressful situations in a consistent and positive manner. Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and dispute resolution skills. Ability to operate related equipment, including relevant computer applications. Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team. Able to effectively prioritize workload. Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Physical ability to perform the duties of the job. What We Offer Competitive Salary: The salary range for this position is $38.88/hr. - $55.89/hr., depending on experience. Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of our patients and community. Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth. State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027. Your Day to Day: Coordinate daily food service operations, including staffing, scheduling, resource utilization, and resolution of service and staff performance issues. Supervise staff recruitment, selection, work assignments, orientation, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary matters. Coordinate food, cafeteria, and catering services, ensuring compliance with production capabilities, cost constraints, presentation, and nutritional standards. Oversee production schedules, recipes, inventory levels, food quality, safety standards, and supply acquisition processes. Maintain customer service standards, resolve client concerns, and ensure compliance with departmental, Food Safe, and WorkSafe BC regulations. Assist with budget development and monitoring, operational improvements, best practices implementation, quality improvement initiatives, and strategic planning activities. Support contract and vendor management, quality assurance and audit processes, stakeholder engagement, and the efficient use of space and equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned. About Food Services: Food Services plays a vital role in enhancing patient care and health outcomes by providing nutritious, high-quality meals tailored to diverse dietary needs. Our team includes dedicated professionals who work collaboratively to ensure meals meet the highest standards of care, serving patients, residents, and staff across Providence Health Care facilities. We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

The Assistant Manager oversees daily food service operations, including staff supervision, resource planning, and the coordination of patient, cafeteria, and catering services. They also assist in budget monitoring, policy implementation, and ensuring compliance with nutritional standards and safety regulations.

Candidates must possess a diploma in Food Service Nutrition Management or a recognized equivalent certification. A minimum of five years of recent, related experience in a large institutional food services environment is required.

• Professional development • Growth opportunities

• Customer servicePreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• Quality assurancePreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Food service management
• Staff supervision
• Budgeting
• Quality assurance
• Menu planning
• Performance evaluation
• Conflict resolution
• Resource planning
• Inventory management
• Regulatory compliance
• Customer service
• Problem solving
• Analytical skills
• Communication
• Team leadership
• Computer applications
• Food Quality Assurance And Control
• Tactfulness
• Budget Development
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Audit Processes
• Planning
• Quality Improvement
• Research
• Acquisition Processes
• Teaching
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Customer Service
• Community Health
• Integrated Care
• Food Services
• Dispute Resolution
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Operations Management
• Operations
• Performance Review
• Safety Standards
• Quality Assurance
• Recipes
• Resource Planning
• Service Level
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Writing
• Scheduling
• Coordinating
• Prioritization
• Vendor Management
• Resource Utilization

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Administrative
• Food Service Manager
• Busser / Banquet Worker / Cafeteria Attendant
• Food Service Counter Attendants
• Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 1, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week