Nirupan Vijayaratnam

Food Service Supervisor @Island Health

Victoria, BC, CA

As a Food Services Supervisor at Island Health, I oversee the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of food services in a long-term care setting. My role includes supervising dietary staff, coordinating daily operations, and ensuring compliance with Island Health policies, HACCP standards, IDDSI texture guidelines, and Ministry regulations. I collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support therapeutic and texture-modified diets while fostering a positive, resident-centered dining experience.Duties & Responsibilities Supervise, schedule, and support food service staff to maintain smooth operations and service quality.Oversee compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, HACCP, and IDDSI standards.Coordinate therapeutic diet accommodations and collaborate with care teams to meet resident needs.Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls to ensure efficiency and minimize waste.Participate in cross-training, including Food Service Worker functions, to ensure adequate shift coverage and operational flexibility.