Job Overview

As part of Concordia Wellness Projects Inc. (CWPI), a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the well-being of seniors in our community, Bergen Gardens offers a warm, supportive environment where residents and team members feel a true sense of family and belonging. Our state-of-the-art retirement residence includes 149 Assisted Living suites as well as 48 private health-care suites within four intimate Memory Care Cottages, each home to 12 residents. Our specially trained team provides compassionate, person-directed care.

At Bergen

Gardens, every team member plays an key role in the residents’ physical, mental and spiritual wellness—from providing care, preparing and serving home-cooked meals, cleaning suites, supporting laundry services, maintaining our building and grounds, leading engaging activities and opportunities to socialize, welcoming residents and visitors, or assisting with office operations, our team works together to create a safe, comfortable and fulfilling place to call home. We value people who take the time to know our residents, build genuine relationships, and take pride in making a difference. In return, we offer competitive wages, a collaborative workplace, and the opportunity to do meaningful work every day.

We are looking for a Kitchen Supervisor to provide hands-on leadership and daily oversight of the kitchen and dining services. The Kitchen Supervisor works closely with the Director of Food Services to ensure that meals and services are provided safely, efficiently, and in a manner that reflects the needs, choices, preferences, and dignity of the elders.

Duties

- Oversee daily kitchen and dining operations, ensuring meals and services are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established standards.




- Review menus, staffing, resident needs, dietary requirements, and special events to organize daily kitchen activities and meal service.
- Provide hands-on leadership, direction, and support to kitchen staff, ensuring food preparation areas and service stations are properly stocked, clean, and organized.
- Ensure meals meet approved menus, recipes, food safety standards, and residents’ dietary needs, allergies, intolerances, preferences, and special requests.
- Monitor food quality, storage, inventory, sanitation, equipment, and required documentation, addressing concerns as needed.
- Coordinate food and kitchen supply orders, monitor deliveries and inventory, control waste and costs, and maintain accurate invoices and financial records within the approved budget.
- Assist with staff orientation, onboarding, scheduling, sick-call replacement, training, coaching, performance management, and employee concerns.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, respectful communication, and a positive work environment while maintaining employee confidentiality.
- Welcome new residents and families, communicate food service information, and coordinate with the Director of Food Services and other care team members to address resident and operational needs.
- Support catering, special events, equipment needs, and other kitchen operations as required.




- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Certificate in Institutional Food Preparation and a minimum of two years of leadership/supervising experience, preferably in health or senior care. Red Seal certification is an asset.
- Food Handler Certificate and a sound understanding of sanitation, food safety, and Manitoba food safety requirements.
- Experience with food ordering, inventory management, food storage, and cost control.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead, teach, coach, and support team members.
- Proficiency with computers and workplace technology.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Additional language skills are an asset.
- A compassionate, resident-focused approach and a genuine interest in providing quality service and person-directed care to seniors.
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and the public.
- Ability to adapt to change, work independently, take initiative, accept accountability, and pursue ongoing professional growth.
- Ability to manage the physical, emotional, and psychological demands of the position.

What We Offer

- A rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of seniors.
- A welcoming and supportive team environment.
- A varied position where no two days are exactly the same.
- The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and the community.

If you are outgoing, dependable, organized, and enjoy creating a positive experience for seniors, we would love to hear from you!

Work Location: In person

📌 Sous Chef/Kitchen Supervisor (Winnipeg)
🏢 Bergen Gardens
📍 Winnipeg