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Food Services Manager
Optima Living
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Source date: 10/30/2026
About this role
About PICS and Optima Living: Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society is a registered community-based non-profit, multi-service organization that has served the community since 1987. PICS Society assists youth, seniors, women, and the local community members by providing a comprehensive network of services and programs in the Lower Mainland and operates a Seniors Housing facility that includes assisted living, independent living, adult daycare program. PICS Society is currently developing the next level of care with Guru Nanak Diversity Village (GNDV), a culturally sensitive “complex care” or “long-term care” Care Community that will meet the needs of seniors who require the support of full care services. Position Summary The Food Services Manager is responsible for the well-being of the residents through the preparation and delivery of home-cooked meals, as well as supervision of the food services and housekeeping team. This position reports to the General Manager. Key Responsibilities Team Leading & Engagement • Provides coaching & mentoring • Conducts performance evaluations • Promotes team building and engagement • Manage and meet the financial commitments in the unit budgets Administration & Compliances • Recruitment of new team members as needed, including skill-based interviews • Preparing staff schedule • Completion of bi-weekly payroll for culinary department • Maintains provincial compliance standards to ensure successful inspections • Ensure OH and S and WHMIS policies and procedures are maintained • Ensure the environment is safe and sanitary for staff and residents; makes efforts to reduce safety hazards, accidents, and injuries where possible • Interact with residents to resolve inquiries in a friendly, service-oriented manner Food Services Operations & Inventory Management • Order and receive food services items • Menu planning and production • Hands on position assisting cooks with food preparation and cooking as required • Cook quality, home-style meals while considering dietary restrictions when required • Store food in designated areas following all food safety and sanitation procedures • Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures • Monitor inventory and deliveries of products and supplies • Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements Qualifications and Experience • Minimum of two (2) year experience with restaurant or home-cooking • Strong background in food services in a residential care setting or hotel • Leadership experience in food services is required • Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors, and operational partners • Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle fast paced environment • Comprehensive food services knowledge, including focus on quality, production, sanitation, and presentation • Superior oral and written communication skills • Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve • Ability to stand for extended periods of time Conditions of Employment • Food Safe Certification • Clear Police Information Check • Clear Vulnerable Sector Check