Click here as an internal applicant. Req ID: Location: EasternZone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital Department: NFS Nutrition and Food Services EZ Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT( 100) x 1 Management/Non UnionP osition Posting Closing Date: 14:Jul:25 Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community:based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high:quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work:life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out novascotia to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. Recruitment Incentives Successful candidates may be eligible for a 5,000: 10,000 signing bonus and up to 5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract. About the Opportunity Reporting to the Senior Director, Nutrition and Food Services; the Eastern Zone Director, Nutrition and Food Services is accountable for the stewardship of all resources allocated to Nutrition and Food Services at the Zone level. The Eastern Zone Director, Nutrition and Food Services provides leadership, supports transformative change, and collaborates with other stakeholders, patients, and partners across all levels of the health system. The Eastern Zone Director of Nutrition and Food Services is a formal leader who is accountable for the implementation and evaluation of evidence:based Nutrition and Food Services within the Eastern Zone of Nova Scotia Health. The Eastern Zone Director, Nutrition and Food Services will be responsible for leading Nutrition and Food Services in the health care facilities that comprise the Eastern Zone; Key facilities include St. Marthas Regional Hospital, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, and various community health centers and hospitals across Cape Breton Island, Guysborough, and Antigonish. The Eastern Zone Director demonstrates a core set of attitudes, values, and competencies consistent with the LEADs framework to all their work and is accountable to provide competent, safe, and ethical professional practice. Responsibilities The Eastern Zone Director, Nutrition and Food Services responsibilities include but are not limited to: : Inspires the team to develop and implement best practice clinical nutrition interventions resulting in enhanced health outcomes : Accountable for fiscal responsibility at the zone level for Nutrition and Food Services by championing and following sound fiscal management through adherence to business plan, accurate forecasting and monitoring of expenditures and revenues to ensure effective Nutrition and Food Services delivery : Together with the Senior Director and entire team, supports the procurement of local food within Nova Scotia Health public institutions to enhance a healthy food environment and positive outcomes : Actively supports dietetic practicum programs, to train dietetic students thereby contributing to a qualified, diverse, engaged, and sustainable work force for now and into the future : Supports a culture of conti