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Job Title


Manager Trainee


Company : University of Guelph


Location : Guelph, Guelph


Created : 2026-02-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Department: Catering and Conference Services This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph Temporary full-time from 02/02/2026 to 02/01/2028 If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Career Opportunities ) General Purpose The purpose of the Manager Trainee program is to develop suitable potential candidates for consideration for future regular full-time employment opportunities in Hospitality Services supervisory and management positions Duties and Responsibilities Under the supervision and direction of a Hospitality Services Unit Manager, the trainee will rotate through and be trained in a variety of job duties and assignments that include Full Service Catering operations; alcohol service; advertising; budgeting; budget administration; purchasing; inventory control; scheduling; hiring; training and supervision of staff, planning and control activities and other related supervisory duties specific to the hospitality unit assigned to Requirements Requirements of the position include: Minimum of one year post-secondary training plus some progressive experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience within the hospitality services sector may be considered. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in computer software (word, internet and spreadsheets, social media) are essential as is demonstrated ability to develop leadership skills and technical skills within an identified hospitality services area Employee Type: Temporary Position Number: Classification: $51,128- $57,945 Professional/Managerial Salary Bands The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade. *Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review. At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. Posting Date: 01/19/2026 Closing Date: 02/11/2026