Job Description: Kitchen Supervisor
Company: Kidssentials - The Catering Service for Kids
Location: Mississauga
Job Type: Full-time
Overview: Kidssentials is a premier catering service dedicated to providing healthy and delicious meals to children. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Catering Manager to lead our operations and ensure the highest standards of service and quality. This role is crucial for our continued growth, requiring a visionary leader with a strong background in food service operations, strategic planning, and team management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, organization, and execution of all catering operations, from menu development to delivery.
- Manage a team of catering staff, providing mentorship, training, and performance evaluations to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service.
- Coordinate with kitchen staff and logistics to guarantee timely preparation and delivery of meals to schools and child care centres.
- Ensure full compliance with all health and safety regulations, including CCEYA and PPM 150 guidelines.
- Develop and manage budgets, overseeing inventory, purchasing, and cost-effective supply chains.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing their needs and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Implement and optimize operational systems and workflows to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Conduct regular operational performance reports and recommend strategies for continuous improvement.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of all catering equipment and storage areas.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a catering or food service management role, preferably with a focus on children's catering.
- Deep knowledge of CCEYA and PPM 150 guidelines is mandatory.
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and projects.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- A strong commitment to quality service and attention to detail.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment dedicated to excellence in children’s catering.
If you are a results-oriented leader passionate about delivering healthy and delicious food experiences for children, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you would be an excellent fit for Kidssentials' Catering Manager position. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Seasonal
Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have a G license and own a vehicle?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
