General Manager Food Service (70306964)
About The Position
Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Sodexo team has an exciting new client opportunity with Alberta Corrections to join Sodexo as our next General Manager Food Service located in Calgary, AB. At Sodexo, we believe that every role contributes to a better day for those we serve. Our teams drive innovation, efficiency, and excellence across all areas of our business - from strategic planning and operations to people-focused support functions. Together, we create the foundation that empowers our frontline teams to deliver outstanding service and value to our clients, customers, and communities. Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
Requirements
- Red Seal Certification is mandatory
- 5 - 7 years’ experience in Chef leadership role
- Knowledge of industry standards and Legislative Policies and Procedures
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, team-centric and safety driven environment
- Proven organizational skills and strong computer capabilities including Microsoft Office use
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with customers, clients and staff at all levels
- Ability to work, problem solve and provide solutions independently
- Genuine desire to provide customer service experiences beyond expectations
- A passion for food and for people
- Ability to pass both a standard background check and Vulnerable Sector Screening
Nice To Haves
- Union management experience is a very strong asset
- Previous University, College or Private School environment experience an asset
- Knowledge in the understanding and preparation of a variety of cuisines is an asset
- Experience in sustainable and plant-based menu preparation is an asset
Responsibilities
- Manage daily operations of food production including menu planning, purchasing/ordering, inventory, food preparation, and cost management within a large institutional environment (Campus or Healthcare) food production
- Manage financials for the food program including labour cost, food cost, inventory, equipment and materials
- Supervise, mentor, and monitor kitchen team and evaluate performance to ensure a high level of productivity and the best use of team member capabilities
- Establish operating standards, implement quality improvements
- Oversee catering functions and special events for internal and external clients/ groups
- Establish and maintain business relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Promote and assist in the marketing of the food program to both internal and external audiences
- Constant analysis of the culinary program; identifying efficiencies and areas of opportunity within our culinary operations
- Meet and collaborate with client initiatives to progress agreed upon efforts and provide feedback
- Ensure compliance of all Company standards and Provincial/Federal Legislation
- Ensure compliance to all Food Safety, Food System Management and HACCP Policies and Procedures
Benefits
- Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
- Training and development programs
- Countless opportunities for growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
