Manager, Food Services

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager Food Services for Milton District Hospital and Georgetown Hospital in Halton Hills Canada. This is a temporary role to cover a maternity leave for approximately 10 months.  The ideal candidate will lead our food services team in delivering high-quality nutritious meals to patients staff and visitors while ensuring efficient operations and compliance with health and safety standards.

• Oversee daily food service operations including meal planning preparation and delivery
• Develop and implement menu cycles that meet nutritional guidelines and patient dietary requirements
• Manage and train food service staff fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations health codes and hospital policies
• Control food and labor costs through effective budgeting inventory management and staff scheduling
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to meet patients nutritional needs and dietary restrictions
• Implement and maintain quality assurance programs to ensure high standards of food quality and customer satisfaction
• Coordinate with other hospital departments to streamline food service operations and enhance patient care
• Analyze and report on key performance indicators to continuously improve food service efficiency and effectiveness
• Address and resolve customer complaints and concerns in a timely and professional manner

Qualifications :

• Diploma in Food Service & Nutrition Management
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in food service management in a healthcare setting
• Current Food Safety Certification (e.g. ServSafe)
• Proven track record in menu planning budgeting and cost control
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food service operations
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in inventory management and food service software systems (Computrition CBORD)
• Outstanding problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• In-depth understanding of healthcare dietary requirements and hospital food service operations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction

Additional Information :

Status: Temporary Full-time (Approx. 10 months)

Hours: Monday to Friday - 7.5 hour day shifts; 0800 - 1600 (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary: $53.026 to $66.308 per hour

Date posted: December 23 2025

Internal applications due by: December 30 2025

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity equity and inclusion throughout our operations policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do motivated by a job well done and as committed to excellence quality and patient satisfaction as we are wed like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

Please note that while this job is posted on Halton Healthcares career page it may also appear on third-party job boards.  These external platforms may use automated tools including artificial intelligence for candidate screening and matching.  We do not control or influence these processes.  To ensure your application is reviewed by our team we recommend applying directly through our Halton Healthcare careers site.  

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.  In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital. This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health Safety & Wellness team prior to their start date as a condition of employment.  This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcares Immunization Policies.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare.  Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract