Nutrition Manager - Part Time (PT) - Tri Town

Job Description

NUTRITION MANAGER

Tri-Town, Haileybury, On

Candidates are invited to apply for the position of Nutrition Manager to work, in our 60-bed long-term care facility, located in Haileybury, Ontario.

Mission :

As the Nutrition Manager, you will play a key role in fulfilling Extendicare’s purpose of Helping People Live Better by leading culinary operations within a long‑term care home. Using a person-centered approach, you will lead and inspire your team to deliver pleasurable dining experiences that promote the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents. The Nutrition Manager is an operational leader who works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team and key stakeholders to advance Extendicare’s mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

Key Outcomes:

Lead and develop a high-performing food service team that demonstrates Extendicare’s values and delivers exceptional service to our residents and families

Positively impact residents’ nutrition and enrichment through pleasurable dining experiences

Ensure accurate and timely provision of menu items reflective of each Resident’s plan of care

Effectively and efficiently manage the day-to-day culinary operations for the home

Support the home’s financial health by proactively managing the food and food service supplies budget, monitoring spending, and meeting financial targets

Maintain compliance with provincial legislation, company policies, regulatory standards, and collective bargaining agreements across all culinary operations functions within a unionized environment

Key Responsibilities:

Providing sustained support and actively participating in quality improvement processes and development of quality improvement plans

Achieving Resident Satisfaction and Employee Engagement targets

Managing the food service for residents with a focus on their individualized nutritional plan of care

Working with the multidisciplinary team along with residents and families to customize personalized menus

Ensuring food and fluid interventions (as per resident’s plan of care) are prepared and served appropriately

Ensuring menu items provided meet the assessed needs of the residents

Collaborating closely with dietitians and dietary team members to ensure service delivery is consistently compliant with organizational policies, procedures, and all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements

Ensuring the team is following required infection prevention and control and food safety guidelines

ONTARIO ONLY: Completing low and moderate routine resident nutrition assessments as delegated by the Registered Dietitian (RD)

Maintaining operation excellence within defined budget • Managing vendor and community partnerships related to the delivery of culinary services

Hiring, training and engaging a team of dietary staff to deliver quality nutrition and culinary services in a unionized environment

Taking a hands-on approach to leading, mentoring, and helping the dietary team as required

Qualifications :

ONTARIO ONLY: Current membership with the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) or Registered Dietitian

Valid Food Safety Handler's Certificate

Minimum of three (3) years of relevant dietary experience and one (1) year of leadership experience

Passion for food production, food service and long-term care

Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one Core

What Extendicare has to offer:

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities • Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization

A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

• Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.
• At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.​

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We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

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Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.​

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.​

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.