Job Details
**Food Services Assistant Manager, Wesley Acres Campground, Bloomfield, ON**
**Food Services Assistant Manager, Wesley Acres Campground, Bloomfield, ON (Posted 02/23/22; Closing when filled)**
Reports to: Food Services Manager
Employment Dates: June 27 September 5, 2022 (Possibility to extend)
Wage: $23.95/hour
Hours: 40 hours/week (Approved banked overtime hours as needed)
Job Summary
The Assistant Food Services Manager assists the Food Services Manager with the overall food service operation at Wesley Acres, including: Menu planning, purchasing, preparation, nutrition, safety, service, sanitization, record keeping. This not-for-profit organization serves meals to our campground residents and guests from May long weekend until Thanksgiving. There is a lighter demand outside the months of July and August. The food services department is an integral part of the overall Wesley Acres and campground community.
Specific Accountabilities
Assist the Food Services Manager with the following:
Provide a menu that is diverse and nutritious
Ensure quality service
Manage inventory to maximize investment
Assist with setting pricing and manage expenses
Manage Smittys Place
Manage Wesley Acres Tuck Shop
Manage food services staff
Essential Job Functions
Assist the Food Services Manager with the following:
Manage the daily operations of the Wesley Acres food and dining service, including coordinating activities between the kitchen and the operation of camp
Oversee the planning and preparation of menu items at Smittys Place
Manage food service requirements for Wesley Acres special events
Ensure safe and efficient preparation and serving of meals for Wesley Acres Special guests.
Oversee the inventory and ordering of food, equipment, and supplies and arrange for the routine maintenance, sanitation, and upkeep of the camp kitchens, equipment, and facilities while keeping safety regulations in mind.
Promote practices that seek to reduce waste, reuse items, and recycle/compost as much as possible.
Partner with vendors to receive optimum values including rebates.
Partner with local farmers and vendors to provide the freshest, best-tasting, and most nutritional food available.
Monitor employee performance and training to food service standards.
Work in cooperation with the Harbour Ridge Camp head cook.
Qualifications:
Experience in institutional or large food service setting.
Knowledge of and experience in food service: ordering, inventory, budgeting, food preparation, family-style serving, cleaning, and institutional kitchen equipment.
Ability to work within a budget and purchase supplies efficiently.
Experience in supervising effectively.
Experience at a summer camp or residential program would be considered as asset.
Relevant training and certifications would be considered an asset.
Job Specifications
Ability to adhere to and abide by the Statements of Faith of the Free Methodist Church in Canada
Ability to promote the Christian mission of Wesley Acres through words and actions.
Knowledge of food services health and safety laws and best practices.
Knowledge of and experience in preparation of a varied, nutritious menu.
Ability to work with others in a team setting.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to accommodate dietary needs and restrictions.
Working Conditions (hours, environment, etc.)
Flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Interaction with employees, management, and the public at large
Physically demanding tasks, standing and moving for long periods of time
About Wesley Acres
Wesley Acres is a Christian Retreat Centre & Campground in association with the Free Methodist Church in Canada. Wesley Acres serves with excellence, the spiritual, educational, and recreational needs of all people equipping them for Christian service to their family, church and community.
Located in the heart of Prince Edward County just outside Bloomfield, Ontario, Wesley Acres is on the beautiful shores of West Lake overlooking the Sandbanks.
Please apply at: or apply with cover letter and resume to ...@wesleyacres.com