Food Service Manager

Aramark; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company is seeking a Food Service Manager in Ottawa to lead operations and manage staff. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of management experience in the food service industry and strong leadership, organization, and communication skills. This role offers an extensive employment package with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Extended health benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Three weeks annual paid vacation

Employee Recognition Program

Scholarship Program for dependents

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years management experience in a food service environment.
• Self-directed with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and motivate team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day food service operation, delegate tasks, motivate and coach staff.
• Oversee the flow of daily operations and address staffing concerns.
• Ensure food safety standards and HACCP are followed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organization skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Management experience in food service

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Aramark is a world leader in the provision of award-winning food services, and we are hiring a Food Service Manager to support our culinary operations in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. We are looking for a candidate with a strong passion for the industry, as well as the know how to build, direct, and manage a team.

Successful applicants will be skilled in organization, professionalism, and giving direction. This position involves the supervision of staff, helping to plan, organize and direct all aspects of the food service operations on a day-to-day basis within a corporate environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day food service operation, delegate tasks, motivate and coach staff
• Oversee the flow of day-to-day operations on the floor and address operational and staffing concerns
• Manage and direct food production planning, waste management, record keeping, and follow up
• Ensure food safety standards and HACCP are followed
• Proactively manage food and labor cost controls
• Recruitment, training, and orientation of staff
• Responsible for staff scheduling and filling shifts as needed
• Responsible for supervising cash handling procedures such as balancing cash float, safe, and deposits
• Other duties as assigned by management from time to time

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-3 years management experience in a food service environment
• Self-directed with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous culinary or production planning experience an asset
• Strong organizational and team building skills
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and motivate team members
• Knowledge of Microsoft, Excel, Power Point and Word
• Extensive knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards
• Proven ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work flexible hours is essential including evenings and weekends

The selected candidate for this position will need to complete and successfully pass a Criminal Background Check

Our Employment Package Includes:

• Extended benefits including health, dental and vision from the first day of employment
• Aramark Canada’s Defined Contribution Pension Plan from the first day of employment
• Three (3) week’s annual paid vacation + 3 personal days
• Employee Recognition Program including Service Awards
• Diverse and inclusive workforce
• Aramark Scholarship Program for dependents of full- time employees

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About Aramark

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You\'ll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you\'ll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you\'ll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you\'re pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

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