Type Of Business:
Catering company
Expertise:
Customer service
Major Product/SVS:
Catering services for residences, workplaces and special occasions; Dietary services for long-term care facilities; Military food services; Remote site catering services
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling; Tennis; Swimming
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, University of Buffalo (2010)
Affiliations Awards:
Food Service and Hospitality; World Food Service
Work History:
Director of Operations, Canada Catering Co. Limited (2010-Present); Regional Manager, Canada Catering Co. Limited (1999-2009); Account Director, Marriott Management Services (1987-1999)
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of her career include managing and motivating teams through significant changes during economic hardships; being involved in the design, construction, equipment, scheduling and startup of a cafeteria that would ultimately serve as many as 1,200 people; and creating a “Chef’s Guild” to discuss the implementation and creation of upcoming trends.
Charity:
Volunteer, Heart and Stroke Foundation; Because I Am a Girl, Plan International Canada Inc.
Number Of Years In Profession:
29
Number Of Years In Current Position:
12
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to listening to employees and customers and being proactive.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after her father asked her to find a job in order to pay for her spring break trip. She landed a job with a food service company and progressed from there.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Bairos is a driven, goal-oriented leader, who has achieved very much over the course of her career. She has excellent customer service and liaison skills, presents a positive and professional image, and maintains a broad range of corporate responsibilities.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing all locations nationwide; Overseeing budgetary and promotional plans, as well as health, safety and human resources; Ensuring all new programs and new policies are distributed throughout the company; Managing administration and accountability systems to provide value-added initiatives that ensure continual customer satisfaction and profitability; Bidding on, writing and receiving contracts; Meeting weekly with clients, the board of directors, the chairman of the board and presidents of other companies; Ensuring all Ontario laws and corporate standards are followed
Education Certifications:
Certification in Paralegal; Certification in Food Service
Awards/Honors:
Employee of the Month, Marriott Management Services
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Bairos plans to become the vice president of Canada Catering Co. Limited.