• An exceptional corporation with a firm commitment to its people, patients and culture
• Become a key part of a forward-thinking, inclusive, and diverse team that values every perspective
• Receive a competitive salary ranging from $93,774 to $117,218, along with an attractive sign-on bonus, relocation package, and comprehensive benefits!

Be a Part of the Yukon Hospital Corporation's Mission: Safe and excellent hospital care

Yukon Hospital Corporation (YHC) is a dynamic hub of care, serving Whitehorse, Watson Lake, and Dawson City since 1983. Offering acute care, emergency services, surgery, diagnostics, and specialist care, we provide diverse opportunities for our dedicated team. Supported by passionate health professionals and staff members, our values of working together, equity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence (WE CARE) shape our culture. If you're ready for an exciting adventure in a supportive environment, where your role matters in delivering seamless, compassionate patient care, join us at YHC. This is a journey together. The best care every time.

To learn more about us, please visit: yukonhospitals.ca

About the Opportunity

The YHC has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Manager, Nutrition and Food Services, based in Whitehorse, YT.

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, this role strategically manages physical, financial, and human resources, ensuring day-to-day operations optimize resources and comply with regulations in Nutrition & Food Services.

Your role is pivotal — it goes beyond overseeing food service delivery to hospital patients, staff, contracted services, and the public. It's about building trust and camaraderie among your team members, uniting them for a collective mission.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing staff recruitment, training, and performance for positive relations and compliance
• Providing leadership for a culturally safe and inclusive environment
• Managing efficient and reliable food service delivery for patients, staff, and the public
• Developing and executing an annual operating plan aligned with the organization's strategic direction
• Participating in collective bargaining, providing information, and impact analysis
• Conducting workplace investigations, addressing misconduct allegations and breaches of collective agreements
• Managing budgets, monitoring spending, and identifying cost-saving opportunities for Food Services
• Developing and monitoring departmental systems, policies, procedures, and processes for effective service delivery
• Planning, evaluating, monitoring, and implementing therapeutic menus and protocols, including traditional and local foods
• Advising YHC departments, facilities, and partner/client facilities on food and nutrition matters
• Ensuring compliance with Accreditation Canada, Food Safety regulations, and patient/workplace safety initiatives

What You'll Bring to the Table

Got a degree in nutrition, dietetics, commerce or a relevant discipline? We definitely want you! Do you have 3+ years of management experience in a hospital setting? Even better! Less than 3 years? You're still welcome to apply! 

Having at least FOODSAFE level 1 is a must, and when you join us, we'd love to get you to level 2.

What will set you apart:

• Your knowledge of nutrition science and its application in healthcare goes beyond the surface
• Proficient in administrative practices, effortlessly managing nutrition services in a healthcare setting
• Independence is your strength, you can manage, plan, and organize dietary services in a primary healthcare hospital
• Problem-solving is not just a skill, it's your forte, especially within a healthcare team
• Your experience extends to diverse patient populations, showcasing your adaptability
• Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity are not just checkboxes, they are integral to your approach
• You're not just comfortable with computer software; you're eager to master specific medical records software like Computrition, Meditech, UKG, and others

As our ideal candidate, communication is an art for you – your superb interpersonal and written skills guarantee clear and impactful interactions. These abilities empower you to handle a diverse range of personalities and backgrounds with diplomacy and empathy.

For the safety and well-being of our clients and employees, we require proof of COVID-19 vaccination before commencing employment. Accommodations will be made for those exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination, based on grounds protected by relevant human rights law.

About the Benefits

In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a highly competitive salary of $93,774 to $117,218, negotiable dependent on experience, along with a great host of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health and paramedical coverage
• Group life insurance
• Cadillac defined benefit pension plan
• Eligibility for the Yukon bonus 
• Generous relocation assistance — up to $15,000
• Fantastic sign-on bonus
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking
• Generous vacation and personal days, because you deserve a break
• Regular fun events such as seasonal celebrations, our Indigenous food program and more! 

If you are interested in leading from the front in a laid-back inclusive organization, apply today!