Registered Dietician , Cornwall Ontario (Contract)

Approve the menu, assist in development of recipes, and implement food production controls

Complete nutritional assessments and nutritional care plans for all residents. Identify residents at nutritional risk and prioritize accordingly

Plan and monitor therapeutic diets, dietary restrictions, and supplemental feedings to meet the specialized needs of residents

Maintain summary of visits and nutritional assessments/reviews

Should the physician require a therapeutic diet that is not on the current list of approved diets for the facility, write cycle menus that meet the specifications of the diet ordered as well as the accepted menu procedures of the Department of Food and Nutrition Services

Monitor resident satisfaction with Food and Nutrition Services and respond to needs that may arise

Assist the Food Service Manager to ensure compliance with all legislation pertinent to the management of the kitchen

Assist with development and ongoing implementation and maintenance of efficient, effective systems in Food and Nutrition Services

Complete required audits as outlined in the “Summary of Required Nutrition and Food Service Audit”

Act as advisor to the Food Service Manager

Current professional registration with the College of Dietitians

Sound knowledge of geriatric nutrition care in the long-term care setting

A thorough knowledge of government legislation in the areas of long-term care

A thorough knowledge of food service methods, materials and equipment used in quantity food preparation and serving

A sound knowledge of Food Service sanitary and safety standards

Demonstrated ability to supervise staff effectively

A general knowledge of government legislation in labour, health and safety, employment, and human rights

An ability to work within budget guidelines

Effective oral and written communication skills