Head Chef

9 hours ago

Shallow Lake ON, Canada Heat n eat meal co Full time $50,000 - $70,000 per year

About Us

Heat n' Eat Meal Co. is a chef-run culinary company specializing in hand-crafted frozen entrées, soups, fresh breads, desserts, and catering services for weddings, corporate events, and private occasions.

We're passionate about real food, prepared with creativity and care, and our reputation has been built on quality, consistency, and chef-driven innovation.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Head Chef / Kitchen Lead to guide our growing culinary team and help shape the next chapter of our business. This is one of the most pivotal positions in our company — a chance to bring your vision and leadership to a thriving, expanding brand.

What You'll Do

  • Lead daily kitchen operations for retail and catering production.
  • Develop and execute seasonal menus for both the storefront and catering divisions.
  • Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
  • Manage and mentor a small, dedicated kitchen team.
  • Oversee production scheduling, inventory, and food cost management.
  • Contribute ideas for new products, packaging, and retail innovation.
  • Collaborate directly with ownership to plan menus for special events and growth initiatives.

Who You Are

  • A creative, hands-on chef with at least 5–10 years of experience in high-volume or catering environments.
  • A natural leader who thrives in a collaborative kitchen.
  • Passionate about local, seasonal ingredients and scratch cooking.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to efficiency and quality.
  • Positive attitude, excellent communication, and reliability are musts.

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible, daytime hours (Monday–Friday — rare in this industry)
  • Competitive pay based on experience.
  • Opportunity to influence menus, products, and the direction of a growing culinary brand.
  • Supportive, family-owned environment where creativity is encouraged.

If you're looking for a meaningful leadership role that celebrates food, creativity, and community, we'd love to hear from you.

To Apply: Please email your resume — and a short note about what inspires you in the kitchen — to Or visit our store in person at 291 Princess St (Hwy 6) Shallow Lake, ON

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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