Unit Food Manager, West Carleton High School

Compass Group Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Unit Manager to oversee food service operations in Ottawa. The role involves participating in all phases of food preparation, menu planning, and development, while maintaining strong client relationships and satisfaction.

The position requires two years of culinary and supervisory experience, with solid knowledge of managing food and labour costs. Strong leadership, French communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of culinary experience and strong supervisory skills.
• Sound knowledge of financial management including the ability to control food and labour costs.
• Creative ability to apply current trendy food items and presentations to food service operations.
• Hard-working, hands-on team player.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in French.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and feel comfortable learning new programs.
• The ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of food preparation, menu planning, and development.
• Ensure positive client relationships and satisfaction.
• Be responsible for directly managing associates.
• Ensure the unit has strict compliance with the Compass Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations.
• Ensure HACCP standards are followed in the food preparation process.

Skills

Culinary experience

Supervisory skills

Financial management

Cost control

Creative food items

Team player

Independent work

French communication

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Now, If You Were To Come On Board As One Of Our Unit Managers, We'd Ask You To Do The Following For Us

• Participate in all phases of food preparation, menu planning, and development.
• Ensure positive client relationships and satisfaction.
• Be responsible for directly managing associates.
• Ensure the unit has strict compliance with the Compass Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations.
• Ensure Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) standards are followed in the food preparation process.

Think you have what it takes to be our Unit Manager? Here's how we'll know you'll be successful in the role.

• Two years of culinary experience and strong supervisory skills, capable of motivating, leading and developing associates.
• Sound knowledge of financial management including the ability to control food and labour costs.
• Creative ability to apply current trendy food items and presentations to food service operations.
• Hard-working, hands-on team player.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in French.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and feel comfortable learning new programs.
• The ability to work independently.

What's in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World's Most Admired Companies.
• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world's largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
• We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams - strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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