Title:  Residence Dining Manager - University of Toronto - Scarborough

Job Description

Aramark is a world leader in the provision of award-winning food services and has an immediate opening for a Residence Dining Manager at the University of Toronto Scarborough campus. Reporting to the Assistant General Manager and working in conjunction with the Executive Chef on a daily basis, the Residence Dining Manager will manage daily food service operations in the Residence Dining Hall and catering.  This will include supervision of unionized staff, and helping to plan, organize and direct all aspects of the food service operations on a day-to-day basis within a higher education environment.

Culinary experiences and well-maintained environments are fundamental to student success. From brain-powering ingredients to comforting flavor combinations, nutritious food doesn’t have to be boring. Aramark chefs and dietitians are constantly reviewing the latest insights and food trends to find the next culinary innovation and help students discover their love of food.

Education - Aramark

We partner with you to enhance the student experience, support parents, and collaborate with administration, all while delivering on the expectations of parents and the community.

Job Responsibilities

•    Manage the day-to-day operations of the food services, includes delegating tasks, motivating, and coaching employees as required
•    Address operational and staffing concerns; scheduling and filling shifts as needed
•    Oversee the flow of day-to-day operations on the floor
•    Manage and direct food production planning, waste management, record keeping, follow up, and modification based on business volumes
•    Ensure food safety standards and HACCP enforced at all times
•    Proactively manage food and labor cost controls
•    Recruitment, training, and orientation of staff 
•    Manage staff related issues such as vacation requests, progressive discipline, and other operational concerns as they arise.
•    Responsible for supervising cash handling procedures, balance cash float, safe, verify deposit and random cashier audits
•    Complete all safety documentation and leading the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee
•    Resolve customer complaints as they arise, escalating to the Assistant General Manager as required 

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

•    2-4 years management experience in a food service environment
•    Self-directed with strong interpersonal and communication skills
•    Previous culinary or production planning experience an asset
•    Strong organizational and team building skills
•    Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and motivate unionized team members
•    Experience with recruiting, hiring, scheduling and training staff
•    Knowledge of Microsoft, Excel, Power Point and Word
•    Knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards

What We Offer 

•    Extended benefits including health, dental and vision from the first day of employment
•    Aramark Canada’s Defined Contribution Pension Plan from the first day of employment
•    Three (3) weeks’ annual paid vacation + 3 personal days
•    Employee Recognition Program including Service Awards
•    Diverse and inclusive workforce
•    Aramark Scholarship Program for dependents of full- time employees

About Aramark

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world. 
 
You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.