Food Service/Catering Director

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey to shape the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly, with innovation and excellence in parliamentary operations? At the Office of the Assembly, we're not just supporting Parliament; we’re a dynamic team dedicated to driving change and making an impact every day. At the heart of our mission is to provide non-partisan administrative and procedural services to all MPPs, along with operational support for the daily activities of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.

Our success is intricately tied to the strength and diversity of our staff, as we champion our core values: integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration, and excellence. Looking for a rewarding career where you can share your expertise as a Director, Parliamentary Food Services. Seize this opportunity to embody our organizational values within our Parliamentary Food Services branch.

As a valued member of our team, reporting directly to the Executive Director, Building Services, you will collaborate closely with a dynamic group of food services professionals. Oversee the efficient organization and management of the Parliamentary Food Services operation, ensuring high standards of service, food quality, health, and safety are consistently maintained. Provide strategic leadership, management, and oversight of all food service operations within the Legislative Precinct.

Direct all food production and related operational functions, overseeing catering, dining and other ancillary food services, and ensures the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and customer focused food services. You’ll support our collaboration as you: Consult with executive and senior management to gather feedback, identify organizational service goals, objectives and needs, and develop strategies and implement action-oriented plans to achieve those objectives. In conjunction with the Executive Director, Building Services, identify annual service objectives, develop revenue targets, and make recommendations regarding operating and capital budgets.

Provide staff development, performance management, coaching/mentoring, recruitment, and retention, as well as assessment and planning for branch staffing needs. Co-operate with internal contacts such as the Clerk, Senior Management, Directors/Managers/Supervisors, staff, MPPs, and Caucus Administrators. Completion of post-secondary education from an accredited institution in Food Services Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality Business Administration, or related field.

Minimum of five years’ experience managing a large-scale food service operation, including responsibility for staffing, budgeting, financial management, and operational performance.

Experience within a private members' club environment is considered an asset. Knowledge of principles and practices related to delivering exceptional customer service, including service standards, quality assurance, and methods for evaluating customer satisfaction. Knowledge of principles and practices related to the development, promotion, and delivery of food service programs, products, and services.

Knowledge of financial and administrative systems, budget development, financial management, reporting, and operational controls. A comprehensive benefit and pension package including a comprehensive short term sickness plan and personal days Support for your career through training and development Access to an employee and family assistance program Join us in shaping the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly.

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