CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

As a Bar Supervisor/Administrative Assistant, you will contribute to an excellent customer experience in the military messes, bar operations. You will organize, supervise and schedule the day-to-day bar activities for the bar staff for big events and the everyday moments. You will build a rapport with the military community and be part of various military traditions.

The Bar Supervisor/Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to bar operations and a variety of services such as preparing and serving beverages, maintaining inventory of bar stock and ordering supplies and assisting in the set-up and take down of social and military functions. You will operate a Point of Sales system; prepare reports on cash/inventory transactions such as daily sales reports (DSR) and ensure compliance with provincial liquor legislation and regulations.

This is a role where everyone works as one team to provide the best customer experience for our military members and community and contributes in creating a fun and positive workplace. If you thrive in a customer-focused environment, have strong interpersonal and organizational/ administrative skills and enjoy working in a team environment - this opportunity is for you!

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College diploma or certificate in Hospitality or Food Management, or related field and some years of experience in hospitality, food and beverage service, office administration or a related field

(OR High school diploma and several years of experience in food & beverage sector, office administration or a related field)

Must be of legal age to serve alcohol (Nova Scotia)

Must possess a Responsible Service of Alcohol certification (Nova Scotia)

Experience

In bar operations

In office administration

In budget administration

In cash handling

In inventory control

In personnel administration

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

English Essential

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

Offer expertise in management, operational and hospitality services as part of the team that oversees military messes throughout Canada and the world. The military mess is the centre of social life for serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces, where customs, responsibilities and social standards are practiced. Messes are steeped in rich military heritage and tradition. The mess includes food as a central component of events and camaraderie. Personnel Support Program (PSP) Hospitality Services and management are pinnacle to their success.

March 4 2024

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.