Cook Chef

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

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Supervise, coordinate and participate in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food.
- Ensure all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met.
- Supervise hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action.
- Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
- Ensure proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
- Track food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product.
- Receive and inspect product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory.
- Help select and develop recipes and menus.

**Qualifications**:
Think you have what it takes to be one of our **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.
- Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies.
- Three years of kitchen management experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and presentation.
- Basic supervisory skills, capable of motivating, leading and developing associates.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment, paying attention to accuracy and detail.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.