Culinary Manager

About Levante Living

Our mission at Levante Living is to provide a supportive and caring experience for our residents,

families, and team members. For us, this is more than a job; it’s a passion. Together, we create a

space at each residence where ongoing enrichment helps both residents and team members

thrive. Levante Living is a rapidly growing retirement living portfolio (23 properties under

management), primarily in secondary markets with a mix of independent and assisted living

suites. We believe in living our values to build a culture rooted in respect and teamwork, and we

remain focused on excellence in team member experience, resident satisfaction, and financial

performance.

Position Summary

The Manager, Culinary Experience leads the Food Service Department to ensure high-quality

food service, menu planning, regulatory compliance, and an exceptional dining experience for

residents.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Food Service Supervision/Nutrition Management program or

Food & Beverage Management.

• Current Safe Food Handlers certificate.
• Eligible for membership in the Ontario Society of Nutrition Management (OSNM).
• Experience in a healthcare/hospitality setting and quantity food preparation (asset).
• Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft, Yardi and ClickUp.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and geriatric nutrition standards.
• Working knowledge of HACCP, WHMIS, Occupational Health & Safety, and Public Health

Inspections.

• Demonstrated experience managing a budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish, implement and enforce Food Service Department policies and procedures.
• Plan, organize, direct and supervise Food Service Department activities to ensure high quality service.
• Plan menus (regular, therapeutic, alternate) based on Canada’s Food Guide, resident

population, and seasonal events.

• Purchase and receive supplies for daily meal preparation, nourishments, and special events.
• Develop and ensure use of standardized recipes; oversee meal preparation and supervise

meal service.

• Hire, schedule, train, supervise, and evaluate Food Service employees; monitor workflow

and performance.

• Interview new residents for dietary restrictions/allergies/preferences and document

appropriately.

• Ensure sanitation regulations for food premises are followed.
• Coordinate Dietary services with other departments.
• Participate in budget preparation and manage department payroll tasks.
• Attend Residents’ Council meetings as requested and provide follow-up reports.
• Maintain accurate nutritional care records and ensure Public Health reports are

communicated and acted upon.

• Follow Levante communication rhythms and collaborate effectively with peers and frontline

team members.

Physical Demands

• Standing for extended periods (up to 10 hours/day) in kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Walking short distances and maneuvering in tight kitchen spaces.
• Pushing/pulling/lifting items (e.g., dish racks, carts, bulk food) up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching/lifting up to 10 lbs to upper shelving (may use step ladder).
• Repetitive arm motions during preparation tasks; exposure to warm temperatures.
• Some seated desk work for computer/typing tasks.

Risk Management & General Safety

• Partners with community team to ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety

requirements and Risk Management programs.

• Practices safety procedures including PPE, fire safety procedures, SDS, and lockout/tagout as

applicable.

• Reports all accidents/incidents immediately.
• Reports unsafe and hazardous conditions/equipment immediately.
• Complies with infection control techniques and biohazard disposal/removal procedures.
• Participates in Fire Safety and Mock Disaster procedures.

Other

• Perform other job duties as assigned and refer/adhere to policies and procedures in effect.

Accessibility

For Ontario locations, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act,

2005, Levante Living will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and

assessment process upon request.

Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match

Experience:

• culinary : 5 years (preferred)

Language:

• English and French (preferred)

Work Location: In person