Explore Careers Persuade Career Profile Food Service Manager Holland Code: Persuade The catering and events industry is fun, fast paced, and rewarding. Every day is different and you are always thinking outside the box. There is unlimited potential in this industry! Kevin Mazzone In A Nutshell I manage the daily operations of catering and event services, including supervising staff, planning food service, and making sure everything meets quality and safety standards. I train and guide staff to ensure customers have a great experience with our food and services. I develop menus, find the best ingredients, and keep the kitchen running smoothly at all times. Swipe Potential Salary Range $55,000 - 90,000 Annually Which provinces would this job be in? AB Alberta BC British Columbia MB Manitoba NB New Brunswick NL Newfoundland & Labrador NS Nova Scotia NU Nunavut NWT Northwest Territories ON Ontario PEI Prince Edward Island QC Quebec SK Saskwatchewan YT Yukon Territories My workplace is energetic and diverse! I’m responsible for creating amazing food experiences for customers, so I work in several places, including the office, a commercial kitchen, and event venues where the food is served. Workplace Indoor Job Requirements & Duties Hire, train, and mentor employees, and help them be successful in their positions in our company Develop menus, and order food ingredients and supplies that the kitchen needs Oversee the kitchen and make sure food is prepared safely, tastes good, and looks great when it’s served Make sure employees follow health and safety rules Come up with creative ways to present food to clients and guests Manage the budget of the company, including expenses and payroll Meet regularly with different departments and work on short term and long term goals Arrange for sales training and professional development for employees Education & Training Some post-secondary education in hospitality or culinary arts can be helpful. However, many employers only require a high school diploma and several years of experience in the food service industry. On-the-job training, including yearly learning sessions and courses to update industry skills, is essential for success. 100all Job Outlook The demand for food service managers is growing faster than most other jobs. More restaurants, event venues, and food businesses need skilled managers to create great dining experiences. That means there are lots of good opportunities in this career. Related School Subjects Ed. Prof. et Tech. English Language Arts 69 Math What words come to mind when thinking about this career? Food Service Restaurant Cooking Catering Events Important Skills interpersonal-man-people-communication-Relation Interpersonal I work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and skill levels. To keep our clients happy, my team and I need to communicate well and work together to get the job done right. Critical Thinking There is always something happening whether it is at an event, in the kitchen, or behind the scenes. Being able to think quickly and make smart decisions helps me keep everything running smoothly. Leadership Being a good leader means taking responsibility for my team, setting a positive example, and encouraging everyone to do their best. Multitasking Since many staff members report to me, I have to manage lots of different tasks and responsibilities at the same time. Staying focused on many things helps make sure the whole operation is successful. Swipe The Best Things About This Job Are… Rewarding Working With A Team Problem Solving Working in a Small Business Similar Careers Agriculture Retail Manager Food Production Supervisor Chef Helpful Links YouTube - Occupational Video - Restaurant Manager Infographic - Restaurant Math Career Profile - Food Service Manager snapAG- Eating Local snapAG- Food Safety Career Glossary Empower Expenses References Food Service Managers. (2020). Food Service Manager Job Description. (2020). Disclaimer All career information has been gathered from a variety of sources and compiled to provide a general idea as to what each career could entail. Agriculture in the Classroom Canada is committed to doing our best to ensure the information is current and reliable. However, we will not be liable for the accuracy of the information. Please contact us if you notice errors or would like to provide feedback.