JOB DESCRIPTION

Our people at Aramark are the driving force behind our business, so investing in great people like you has a richer, deeper meaning to us. Whether you have a clear career path in mind, or just need a job, we offer you a stunning variety of workplaces and career areas for unparalleled mobility. No matter which amazing location you join, you’ll be surrounded by teams of people who are ready to help you get the job done. We champion our teammates to bring their whole selves to work, build a community, and unleash their full potential.
We are looking for a Residence Dining Manager to manage our food service at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, ON. The successful candidate will be skilled in organizing, planning, directing, controlling, and providing leadership to a team of unionized staff.
If you feel able to contribute to the improvement and development of an ever-changing industry with limitless career opportunities, this is the job for you.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Hospitality Management or Food and Beverage Management is preferred
• 2+ years’ experience in a supervisory or management role in a high-volume setting is an asset
• Previous experience managing or working in a unionized setting is an asset
• Thorough understanding of food safety, food handling and sanitation standards
• Solid communication and people skills to direct teams in daily operations
• Must be organized, detail oriented, able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel is required for administrative duties
• Must be available to work Monday – Friday shift from 10AM-6PM or 11AM-7PM

• Responsible for ensuring the daily operation of the campus dining hall runs smoothly
• Responsible for operations, cleanliness, service, greeting customers and supervising 35-40 staff
• Schedules dining hall staff, calls replacements, verifies time cards, assists with inventory
• Conducts staff huddles, Health and Safety audits, ensures food safety and sanitation is upheld
• Trains, develops and coaches unionized staff ensuring compliance with Collective Agreement
• Develops and motivates supervisory staff to attain proper standards of performance