food service supervisor

Work setting

• Food service establishment
• Coffee shop
• Fast food outlet or concession
• Restaurant

Tasks

• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff who prepare and portion food
• Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures
• Estimate ingredient and supplies required for meal preparation
• Hire food service staff
• Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
• Prepare budget and cost estimates
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage
• Prepare and submit reports
• Establish work schedules

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Walking
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Initiative
• Dependability

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Government programs

• Recognized employer

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Travel insurance