Job ID

75097

Job Title

Assistant Catering Manager - Ron Joyce Burlington

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

Ron Joyce Centre

Open Date

04/02/2026

Job Type

Continuing

Close Date

04/14/2026

Employee Group

TMG

Favorite Job

Department

Hospitality Catering

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Band G

Salary Range

$54778.00 - $67298.00 (annual)

Job Code

005557

Hiring Range

$54778.00 - $65671.00

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Variable. Usually Monday thru Friday but will include some evenings and weekends. 35 hours/week

Education Level

College Diploma in Food and Beverage Management or equivalent

Career Level

Minimum of two years in junior management or supervisory capacity in a Hotel, Club or Restaurant.

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Senior Manager or Catering Manager, the Assistant Manager assists in the day-to-day task supervision of the catering operations as assigned. This position is an entry level management position in Hospitality Services. The incumbent provides consistent supervision to front-line staff to ensure operational efficiency, maintaining department standards for food qualify and presentation, service, safety and sanitation while assisting management in meeting and exceeding customer needs and the goals & objectives of the department. This position will be responsible for the café as well as events ranging from coffee service, to buffet meals, to full galas. In addition to service staff the manager will oversee the culinary team and will need to have strong kitchen experience and food safety training.

GENERAL SKILLS: Demonstrated initiative and interest in progressive management opportunities

Good supervisory and organizational skills

Must be computer literate

Good communication and human resources

Ability to supervise and work side by side with service staff

Ability to cater to a wide customer base

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Key Accountabilities:

• Operational Management
  • Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Chef Manager, Catering Manager or Associate Manager, assist in the day-to-day supervision of operations within Catering Services.

2. Human Resource Management

• Provides direction to unionized and casual employees
• Establish work priorities, shows employees how to do tasks, allocate staff during a shift
• Assists with providing training by working side by side with employees to understand where training gaps exist, suggesting training programs to the Associate Manager, Catering Manager, or Chef Manager.
• Fosters and supports a team-based work environment, empowering staff as they provide exceptional customer service.
• Encourages staff to achieve high standards and apply creative skills in the presentation of food items.
• Ensures healthy and safe working conditions for the staff to achieve objectives of injury reduction.

Pay Transparency Statement

The posted hiring range represents McMaster's typical hiring range for this position. Actual starting salary will depend on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.

Individuals with extensive experience, deep specialized expertise, and/or those who can demonstrate exceptional past performance, as applicable, may be hired at a higher rate within the full range, in accordance with the University compensation policies.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. This position requires work to be done on-site.

Interview Experience

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