Food Service Manager

Title: Food Service Manager

Position Status: Full-Time, Seasonal

Vacancies: 1

Salary: $650+ per week

Start Date: April 2025

Location: Big Cove Camp, Thorburn, NS

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path in career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging in their community.

The Opportunity

The Food Service Manager ensures that high-quality and nutritional food is provided to camp participants. The goal is to provide an environment that supports the camp’s vision of growing and building relationships in an outdoor setting. The incumbent manages the camp’s food service operation preparing and cooking 3 meals a day within the established budget and maintains the highest standards of health and sanitation possible. The incumbent supervises kitchen staff, the ordering and preparation of food, and menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly menus to provide nutritious and healthy meals
• Preparing and cooking 3 meals a day
• Prepare food for dietary restrictions & food allergies
• Order foods accurately to prescribed menus
• Schedule, and supervise food service staff
• Cook healthy and appealing meals in a timely manner
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness to meet Health Department guidelines
• Strong work ethic
• Positive team-oriented attitude
• Good judgement
• Patience with children and an interest in their growth and development
  
  

Please note that successful candidates are required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check (18+) and Vulnerable Sector Check (18+), clear Child Abuse Registry Check, and valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C training at minimum. All YMCA employees are required to attend YMCA Child Protection Training.

Apply Today

Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.