Executive Chef/ Director of Culinary

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Compass Group Full time

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That's because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that's the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You'll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We're in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward

Imagine creating a place where tomorrow's leaders, big thinkers, and dreamers gather. Join us and know that you make it possible for others to learn, grow, and discover. Because of what we do, students and faculty share so much more than a meal. And that's why this is so much more than a job.

Why work with Chartwells? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We cater to Generation Z on college campuses and upcoming K-12 generations. We offer dining programs and solutions that fit the unique needs of today's students. Join our commitment to providing responsible, healthy-eating solutions.

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Job Details

Location: GTA

Job Summary

Directs, coordinates and evaluates assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervise hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counselling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action.
  • Efficiently prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
  • Help select and develop recipes and menus.
  • Responsible for monitoring and evaluating meal preparation and service to ensure established standards are maintained for both quality and quantity of all meals and snacks.
  • Maintain appropriate budgetary and cost controls and provide operational reports to the District Manager as required.
  • Receive and inspect product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory.
  • Ensure proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
  • Develop and implement a cleaning schedule for the food services department, including the maintenance and cleaning of kitchen equipment, and general cleaning of the dining room and kitchen.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Executive Chefs? We're committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here's how we'll know you'll be successful in the role:

  • Red Seal certification or equivalent culinary training/certifications.
  • Experience working in Quick Service Restaurants (QSR).
  • FoodSafe Level 1 & 2 Certifications.
  • Minimum of two years management experience in fine dining and or independent retirement residence.
  • Creative ability to apply trendy food items and presentations to operations.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment, paying attention to accuracy and detail.
  • Capable of performing administrative duties.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

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