food service supervisor

Government of Canada; Markham; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada seeks a dedicated individual for a supervisory role in food service at a busy establishment in Markham. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, ensuring quality control in meal preparation, and managing budget estimates. This position requires strong communication skills and an ability to work under pressure, providing an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a program of 1 to 2 years or equivalent experience.
• Safe Food Handling certificate is required.
• Experience of 1 to less than 7 months is expected.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff in food preparation.
• Establish methods to meet work schedules and train staff.
• Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales, and wastage.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

College, CEGEP or non-university certificate

Tools

Safe Food Handling certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Food service establishment
• Restaurant

Responsibilities Tasks

• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• 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
• Hire food service staff
• 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
• Supervise and check assembly of trays
• Supervise and check delivery of food trolleys
• Establish work schedules
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• Food service counter attendants and food preparers
• Kitchen and food service helpers
• Cashiers

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Safe Food Handling certificate

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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