Food Service Supervisor

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Dartmouth; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada seeks a Food Service Supervisor in Dartmouth to oversee food service operations. The ideal candidate will have management experience in the food industry, FoodSafe Level 1 Certification, and strong supervisory and customer service skills. The role includes supervising service units, managing associates, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, all while supporting a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in food industry management.
• Comprehensive health and safety knowledge.
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food service units and manage staff schedules.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with labour relations and financial reporting.

Skills

Strong supervisory skills

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

FoodSafe Level 1 Certification

Operation food industry management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working Title: Food Service Supervisor
Employment Status: Full-Time
Starting Hourly Rate: $19.00per hour
Address: 361 John Savage Avenue Dartmouth NS B3B 0J3
New Hire Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week, daytime hours

Start Date: August 24, 2025
Important Information: Previous supervising experience in the food service industry preferred. Advanced Food Safety Training is an asset. Vulnerable Sector Check required. No evening or weekend shifts. Eligible for benefits. Must be bilingual (English & French) and have culinary experience.

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Imagine creating a place where tomorrow’s leaders, big thinkers, and dreamers gather. Join us and know that you make it possible for others to learn, grow, and discover. Because of what we do, students and faculty share so much more than a meal. And that’s why this is so much more than a job.

Why work with Chartwells? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We cater to Generation Z on college campuses and upcoming K-12 generations. We offer dining programs and solutions that fit the unique needs of today’s students. Join our commitment to providing responsible, healthy-eating solutions.

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Job Summary

Assists the Manager on duty with the coordination of activities of associates within the food service department while maintaining the highest standards and levels of customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Shift Managers to supervise multiple food service units.
• Supervise the production of menu items, ensure completion of cash readings, manage associates, schedule staff working hours, hire and train employees.
• Learn from and assist the Shift Manager to resolve labour relation issues, track and produce reports on weekly inventories, sales revenue, labour and food cost.
• Communicate positively and enthusiastically to the café patrons and address their issues promptly.
• Ensure strict compliance with Compass’ Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations.
• Coordinate frequent workplace inspections and WHMIS training of all staff and promptly report any workplace accident or incident to head office.
• Ensure Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) standards are followed in the food preparation process.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be ourFood Service Supervisors? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role.

• At least one year of strong operation food industry management experience.
• FoodSafe Level 1 Certification.
• Comprehensive health and safety knowledge and training.
• Knowledge of food service catering.
• Strong supervisory skills and the capability to motivate and lead staff.
• Employee relations experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.