Assiniboine program will prep students for lead role in food services
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Assiniboine College is launching a new food services management diploma program in September 2026.
The program is expected to prepare students for leadership roles in large-scale institutional food service settings such as hospitals, schools and correctional facilities.
The program is a game-changer for the food services industry, Manitoba Institute of Culinary Arts chairperson Karen O’Gilvie said.
“We’ve built a curriculum that blends leadership, legislation and logistics with a deep commitment to client care and satisfaction,” she said. “Our graduates will be equipped to manage complex food systems in a variety of settings with confidence and compassion.”
The program blends operational planning, regulatory knowledge and client-focused service delivery, with a strong emphasis on leadership development, the college said in a press release Monday. It added that students will graduate equipped with the skills and confidence to manage complex operations and lead teams in a growing, essential industry.
Assiniboine is committed to developing programs that respond to real-world needs, its vice-president academic Deanna Rexe said.
“This new offering reflects our dedication to applied learning and workforce readiness,” Rexe said. “Students will graduate with the skills and knowledge to lead in high-demand sectors and make meaningful contributions to their communities.”
The release said students will learn to design and implement menus that meet diverse dietary and cultural needs, manage staff and budgets, ensure compliance with food safety legislation and deliver high-quality service that aligns with organizational goals.
The program, it added, also focuses on cultivating leadership competencies, such as strategic thinking, team building and ethical decision-making, all of which are essential for success in today’s service-driven environments.
Assiniboine’s new program is a direct investment in student success, Advanced Education and Training Minister Renée Cable said.
“Graduates will leave with the practical skills and leadership training needed to step confidently into high-demand roles. This kind of targeted education ensures students are not just job-ready — they’re career-ready,” she said.
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