Food service supervisor

Duncan's Lounge Ltd. o/a Duncan's Pub and Catering; Amherst; On-site; CAD 23,074 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

Duncan's Lounge Ltd. o/a Duncan's Pub and Catering in Amherst, Nova Scotia, is looking for a full-time position involving the supervision of kitchen staff and maintaining food quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in a noisy restaurant setting.

Responsibilities include scheduling, overseeing supply requisitions, training staff, and addressing customer concerns. The role is physically demanding and requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Language: English proficiency.
• Must have a criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Establish methods to meet work schedules.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff.
• Train staff in job duties and safety procedures.
• Estimate ingredient and supplies required.
• Ensure food and service meet quality control standards.
• Prepare budget and cost estimates.
• Address customers’ complaints or concerns.

Skills

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Team player

Initiative

Dependability

Education

Secondary (high school graduation certificate)

Job description

Vacancies: 2
Terms of Employment: Term or contract, Full-time, Day, Night, Shift, Weekend, To be determined
Salary: $16.75 - $23.50 Hourly (to be negotiated) 30 to 44 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: 49 Victoria St. E, Amherst, NS B4H 1X4

Skill Requirements

Language: English
Education: Secondary (high school graduation certificate)
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment: Noisy
Work setting: Restaurant

Responsibilities

• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff who prepare and portion food
• Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures
• Estimate ingredient and supplies required for meal preparation
• Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
• Prepare budget and cost estimates
• Address customers’ complaints or concerns
• Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage
• Prepare and submit reports
• Prepare food order summaries for chef
• Supervise and check assembly of trays
• Establish work schedules

Supervision: 3 - 4 people

Additional Information

Security and safety: Criminal record check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Walking
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Personal Suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Initiative
• Dependability

Employment Groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Youth, Newcomers to Canada, Visible minorities, Indigenous people

Who can apply to this job?

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit