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Assistant Food Services Manager

Vancouver Society of Children s Centres
Vancouver, BC

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Job details

Full-time
13 days ago

Benefits

RRSP match
Paid vacation

Skills

Microsoft Word
Childcare
CPR Certification
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Heavy lifting
Sanitation
Microsoft Office
Nutrition
Senior care
First Aid Certification
Payroll
Food safety
Communication skills
Internal audits
Time management

Full job description

Assistant Food Services Manager

VSOCC is a large not-for-profit childcare provider operating 756 licensed childcare spaces across 15 locations in the City of Vancouver. We are committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive childcare services in collaboration with government, community, and business partners.

We are GROWING – and we invite you to join our team!

In addition to an innovative team environment and growth opportunities, we offer:

Market-leading wages
Four weeks’ paid vacation
Up to 4% employer-matched RRSP contributions;
100% employer paid health and welfare benefits;
$250annual professional development allowance.

Job Overview:

The Assistant Food Services Manager (AFSM) is responsible for the daily coordination and operations of food services across multiple childcare centers. This role assists with supervising site cooks, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and supporting the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals aligned with organizational menus and nutrition standards.

The AFSM plays a key role in ensuring:

Kitchensoperateefficiently
Meals are delivered on time
Cooks are supported and trained
Alloperations meet licensing and regulatory requirements.

This role works closely with the Food Services Manager (FSM) and program operations to ensure quality and consistency across all sites.

REPORTS TO: Food Services Manager

FOOD SERVICES OPERATIONS

Ensure VSOCC policies and procedures are followed, and kitchens meet BC Food Premises Regulations.
Support day-to-day operations across multiple kitchens.
Assist with oversight of snack and lunch preparation aligned with VSOCC menus and child nutrition guidelines.
Maintain meal quality and consistency across sites.
Respond proactively to operational challenges to ensure uninterrupted food service.
Provide hands-on support during staff absences or emergencies, including meal preparation, food purchasing, and inter-site delivery.
STAFF SUPERVISION AND TRAINING

Train, mentor, and support cooks in standardized procedures, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
Coordinate staff schedules, including coverage for absences.
Complete payroll according to established processes.
Monitor performance and provide ongoing feedback and guidance.
Escalate performance concerns to the FSM as needed.

COMPLIANCE & DOCUMENTATION

Ensure compliance with Vancouver Coastal Health Food Service Establishment Permit requirements, BC Childcare Licensing regulations, and WorkSafeBC regulations.
Monitor and ensure accurate kitchen documentation is maintained, including:

Food temperature logs
Cleaning schedules
Fridge/freezer and dishwasher logs
Daily delivery records
Participate in Environmental Health Officer (EHO) inspections and follow-ups.
Budget Monitoring and Procurement

Support ordering of food and supplies from pre-approved vendors.
Track spending and ensure adherence to budgets.
Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities in collaboration with the FSM.
Collaboration and Communication

Maintain strong communication with program managers, supervisors, educators, cooks, and FSM.
Attend and participate in team and cross-departmental meetings.
Act as a liaison between cooks, FSM, and program operations.
Special Projects and Initiatives

Support food services for special events(e.g., family events and celebrations).
Assist with updates to procedures, documentation tools, and internal audits.

Education and Experience

Diploma in Food and Nutrition Management, Culinary Arts, or related training (required).
FoodSafeLevel 2 (required)
Occupational First Aid Level 1 & CPR (required)
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (required)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in food service operations, including supervision of staff
Experience in childcare, school, seniors care, or healthcare food settings preferred.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and licensing regulations.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple locations and cooks.
Ability to cook effectively and efficiently.
Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience with online or electronic scheduling, payroll, and ordering systems.

Your additional requirements may include:

Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Physical ability to lift and move supplies(up to 50lbs); stand for extended periods; and prepare and cook meals.
Reliable transportation to travel between centers in a timely manner.

Terms of Employment:

Salary: $60,000-$70,000annually + comprehensivebenefits.
Position Type: Full-time management(37.5 hoursper week)
Starting: As soon as possible

Application Details

Closing Date/Time: Will remain open until filled.

Applications are accepted through the Career Portal on ADP

We thank all applicants. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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