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Join to apply for the Assistant Food Service Director role at Aramark Canada . The Assistant Food Service Director plays a key leadership role in overseeing food services in a supportive living environment, combining operational management with handson culinary expertise to ensure high standards of service delivery, food safety and resident satisfaction. Responsibilities Operational Leadership Oversee daily operations of food services. Organize and delegate preparation and delivery of catered functions and special events. Ensure compliance with client and company policies, including health & safety and audit standards. Participate in business planning, capital equipment recommendations and quality improvement initiatives. Act as interim manager during absences of the Food Service Director. Culinary Oversight Supervise kitchen operations and ensure adherence to food safety protocols. Assist in food preparation using various cooking methods (baking, roasting, steaming, etc.). Maintain production records, update forecasting schedules and ensure accurate menu postings. Collaborate with the Dietitian to manage resident dietary needs and menu development. Conduct weekly food service rounding with residents and ensure feedback is actioned. Manage inventory, ordering and vendor relations for food and kitchen supplies. Team Management & HR Functions Recruit, train, coach and schedule staff across all service areas. Conduct safety observations and implement corrective actions as needed. Lead regular staff meetings and contribute to employee performance management. Maintain scheduling systems (e.g., Kronos) and payroll input (E4W). Resident & Client Engagement Attend Resident Association and Family Information sessions. Investigate and resolve resident, family and employee concerns. Support recreation catering and contribute to social club activities and openhouse planning. Qualifications Education & Certifications Minimum 2year College Diploma in Management, Hotel/Restaurant, Dietetics or related field. Advanced Food Safety Certification (preferred). First Aid Certification (an asset). Cooking certification (an asset). Experience Minimum 23 years of supervisory or management experience in a healthcare or supportive living environment. Handson culinary experience in food preparation and kitchen operations. Skills & Competencies Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. Ability to work independently in a fastpaced environment. Physically capable of light lifting and frequent walking. Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and operational needs. Friendly, serviceoriented attitude toward residents, clients and coworkers. #J-18808-Ljbffr