Nutrition & Food Services Coordinator

Requisition : 408267

Position Number: -01

Posting End Date: August 14, 2026

Employer: Southern Health-Santé Sud

Site: Lions Prairie Manor

Union: Non Union

Department/Unit: Nutrition and Food Services

Work Location: Lions Prairie Manor

City: Portage la Prairie

Hiring Status: Temporary

FTE: 1.0

Employment arrangement: In Person

Daily hours worked: 7.75

Anticipated shift: Days

Annual base hours: 2015

Anticipated Start Date – End Date: 10/18/2026 - 04/16/2028

Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

Salary: As per Agreement

Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.

Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.

Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.

Under the direction of the Lead
- Nutrition & Food Services or Designate, the Coordinator
- Nutrition & Food Services manages and coordinates the day to day operations of Nutrition & Food Services, with emphasis placed in the production and service of quality food, food safety and sanitation. The Coordinator
- Nutrition & Food Services gathers data, monitors food service efficiencies and follows established standards according to related regional policies and procedures and any government regulations and legislation. The incumbent assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining high standards of service in the management of fiscal, human and material resources for the service. The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters.

The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

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• Minimum three (3) years relevant experience, preferably in health care or institutional food services setting.
• Minimum two (2) years previous supervisory experience.

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Certificate in Nutrition & Food Service Management from an accredited program, such as the Canadian Healthcare Association, or equivalent, other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or equivalent Food Sanitation course.
• Commercial Cook Training is considered an asset.
• Completion of a recognized business or leadership course/program or equivalent.
• Suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.

Not Applicable

• Knowledge and understanding of therapeutic and modified texture diets.
• Knowledge of computerized scheduling/payroll program.
• Proficiency in:
  • Microsoft Office Applications and online training.
  • Electronic Menu Management Information System (EMMIS) is required for positions located in sites utilizing an Electronic Menu Management System.
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Perform tasks with dexterity, speed and efficiency while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Be flexible and adapt to evolving techniques and procedures in a changing environment.
  • Maintain a high level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all tasks.
  • Take charge and initiate actions towards the achievement of goals.
  • Follow verbal and written directions.
  • Use, care, operate and maintain the equipment necessary for food preparation.
  • Handle chemicals and cleaning supplies as per defined procedures.
  • Work independently as well as with others.
  • Establish and maintain positive working…