National Director, Nutritional Care And Culinary Services
Extendicare
Markham, Ontario, Canada
Strategic leadership for nutritional care
Clinical and operational leadership
Evidence-based, resident-centred care
The Director provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for nutritional care, dietary services, and culinary programs across Long‑Term Care Homes and Retirement Communities
Job Summary
The Director provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for nutritional care, dietary services, and culinary programs across Long‑Term Care Homes and Retirement Communities.
This role requires frequently business travels across Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, and to the Markham Head Office.
Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities, and a rewarding and meaningful work experience.
Matching Summary
The Director provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for nutritional care, dietary services, and culinary programs across Long‑Term Care Homes and Retirement Communities.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Strategic leadership for nutritional care
Clinical and operational leadership
Evidence-based, resident-centred care
Registered Dietitian expertise
Quality improvement initiatives
Food safety and infection prevention
Nice-to-have
Collaborative and learning-oriented culture
Resident and family engagement
Trauma-informed practice
Service excellence
Key Requirements
Registered Dietitian (RD) with active registration
Minimum five (5) years progressive leadership experience