Lead Food Services at Chartwell
Company
Chartwell Master Care LP
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$50K–$70K a year
Posted
16 hours ago
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Job Description
Chartwell is seeking a Lead Food Service Manager to enhance dining for our residents in Ottawa. Oversee creative menus and outstanding service as part of our caring team.
In this full-time position at Chartwell Lord Lansdowne Retirement Residence, you will manage food services with a focus on resident satisfaction. Leveraging your previous management experience, you will ensure a safe environment and lead your team toward success while fostering a supportive dining atmosphere. Your love for food and service is key to providing memorable experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage food services operations to exceed resident expectations
• Create a warm dining room and lasting impressions
• Deliver personalized dining experiences for residents
• Train and support team members to enhance performance
• Maintain safety standards in service delivery
Requirements:
• Management experience in the food service industry
• Background in cooking and serving food
• Strong leadership skills and a positive attitude
• Enthusiasm for team success and customer satisfaction
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment
Lead your team to deliver exceptional dining service with Chartwell in Ottawa.
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In this full-time position at Chartwell Lord Lansdowne Retirement Residence, you will manage food services with a focus on resident satisfaction. Leveraging your previous management experience, you will ensure a safe environment and lead your team toward success while fostering a supportive dining atmosphere. Your love for food and service is key to providing memorable experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage food services operations to exceed resident expectations
• Create a warm dining room and lasting impressions
• Deliver personalized dining experiences for residents
• Train and support team members to enhance performance
• Maintain safety standards in service delivery
Requirements:
• Management experience in the food service industry
• Background in cooking and serving food
• Strong leadership skills and a positive attitude
• Enthusiasm for team success and customer satisfaction
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment
Lead your team to deliver exceptional dining service with Chartwell in Ottawa.
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