Catering Chef

7 months ago

Kitchener, Canada Bingemans Inc Full time

**Bingemans** is one of the Waterloo Region's largest and most dynamic meeting and conference facilities. In addition, Bingemans is one of Southwestern Ontario's largest catering companies for both on and off-site events, with over 70 years of successful event experience.

We are Waterloo Region's leader in hospitality providing the very best in family entertainment. With amenities ranging from the Big Splash Water Park, FunWorx Indoor Playland and the Bingemans Camping Resort, we are the ticket for exceptional fun In the fall, we turn into Canada’s most terrifying haunted attraction
- Screampark. In October, the Oktoberfest Kool Haus is home to thousands of guests to celebrate KW Oktoberfest (North America's largest Bavarian festival).

Bingemans is in the business of providing Grand Experiences

We are currently hiring **Catering Chef**

**What will you be doing?**
- In charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
- Meet daily with Executive Chef to communicate daily operational challenges and successes
- Facilitate daily culinary communication line-ups
- Ensure all colleagues are aware of standards and expectations, and are being consistently adhered to daily
- Work with the Executive Chef on initiatives to achieve and surpass budgetary targets and promotions
- Promote a fun, productive and disciplined work environment
- Engage front of the house and other departments to maintain positive relationships and teamwork
- Lead by example and promote Bingemans mission, vision, and values
- Administer professional development sessions with the culinary department colleagues when required
- Facilitate monthly culinary communication meetings
- Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions at daily briefings and monthly meetings
- Ensure adequate scheduling coverage of all kitchen colleagues is maintained based on fluctuating business levels while considering productivity targets and quality standards
- Ensure that food safety standards are being met to comply with local health region guidelines
- Strive to improve food preparation systems, presentation, and menu selections by working with the Executive Chef on menu development and strategic planning
- Assist with the development of departmental food specifications and recipes
- Collaborate with the kitchen manager to complete tri-weekly food orders while adhering to budget guidelines for food purchases
- Oversee food production to reduce food expenses; overproduction, food waste, proper rotation, labelling and storing
- Ensure quality and par levels of food, paper products and janitorial supplies are maintained
- Actively walk the floor to ensure all production and execution adheres to Bingemans standards of performance and departmental guidelines
- Perform any other reasonable duties as required and requested

**What we're looking for?**
- Minimum of 5 years progressive leadership experience in a similar environment
- Must be highly resourceful, detail oriented, quality conscious and demonstrate a real passion for the Culinary Arts
- Must have highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
- Baking and Pastry skills are an asset
- Food Safety Certificate required
- Journeyman Papers, Red Seal, or equivalents
- Proficient with administrative duties
- Must be able to lift and transport up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time (for up to and more than 8 hours)
- Must be able to work flexible shifts, weekends, and all major holidays
- Must be able to work in both, hot and cold environments
- Must be willing to prepare food as part of the interview process if required

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