Chef de Cuisine - Maison Selby

OLIVER & BONACINI; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared gratuities

Paid vacation, sick, and personal day

Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance program

Group life and disability insurance

50% dining discount at all O&B рестора

RRSP matching

Employee referral program

Internal career opportunities

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a Chef de Cuisine in Toronto to lead the culinary team with passion, vision, and precision, upholding the highest standards of cuisine and guest experience.

You'll partner with the Front of House, manage food and labor costs, curate distinctive menus, and mentor a diverse culinary staff while ensuring safety and quality across all service periods. This role offers a dynamic, hospitality-forward environment with opportunities to influence menus and guest memories.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a catering or similar environment.
• Post-secondary education in Culinary Arts Management or related field.
• Red Seal and food handler certifications are assets.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• HR management experience including recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Staff leadership and team development capabilities.
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Communicate the kitchen vision to the team and lead by example.
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in execution and cleanliness.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and food/labour cost controls.
• Develop and curate menus reflecting the venue’s standards.
• Collaborate with FOH leadership for seamless guest experience.
• Lead recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Uphold health and safety standards across the kitchen.
• Support event space evolution and culinary offerings.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Budgeting & cost control

Strong communication

HR management

Multitasking

Team development

Legal to work in Canada

Education

Culinary Arts Management degree

Red Seal Certification (asset)

Food handler certification (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

• Compensation: CAD 65,000 - CAD 72,000 - yearly

Company Description

A stylish, neighbourhood favourite where comfort meets creativity and every corner tells a story. Joining us means becoming part of a hospitality team that brings warmth, personality, and thoughtful service to every guest experience. From lively summer brunches on the patio to intimate tucked-away nooks for quiet enjoyment, and a hidden speakeasy where the party continues, you’ll help craft memorable moments in a space full of character and charm. This is the perfect environment for hospitality professionals who thrive on versatility, connection, and delivering elevated comfort cuisine with flair.

What's in it for you?

• Shared gratuities
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal day
• Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our employee assistance program
• Group life and disability insurance
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• RRSP matching
• Employee referral program
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Job Description

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for leading, motivating, and inspiring the culinary team while upholding the highest standards of culinary excellence. This role oversees all aspects of food preparation and execution, ensuring consistency, quality, and operational efficiency.The Chef de Cuisine is accountable for driving maximum productivity and cost-effectiveness through effective food and labour management. Bringing professionalism and genuine ownership to the menu each day, they play a key role in distinguishing the restaurant’s culinary offering. In close collaboration with the Front of House team, they contribute to delivering a seamless, memorable, and truly exceptional guest experience.

The day to day:

• Communicates the vision of Maison Selbyto all team members and leads by example.
• Reinforces O&B’s values daily, inspiring the team with a compelling vision for the future.
• Actively oversees kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in execution, organization, and cleanliness.
• Manages the venue’s day-to-day financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and food and labour cost controls.
• Develops and curates menu offerings that drive overall guest satisfaction and reflect the venue’s culinary standards.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with culinary team members and Front of House leadership to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Adheres to proper ordering, inventory, and receiving procedures to maintain operational efficiency.
• Demonstrates leadership in fostering a culture centered on the experience, enjoyment, and craftsmanship of food and cooking.
• Partners with the management team to continuously evolve and enhance the event space and its culinary offerings.
• Leads recruitment and selection processes, and supports ongoing training, development, performance management, and coaching initiatives.
• Upholds the highest standards of personal integrity and business ethics, consistently promoting and representing the business unit positively.
• Ensures all health and safety standards and procedures are strictly followed by the team.
• Applies strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to support a positive and productive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Proven culinary leadership experience in a comparable catering or similarenvironment
• Post-secondary education in Culinary Arts Management or a related field
• Red Seal and food handler certification considered an asset
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated human resources management experience, including recruitment, selection, training, and performance management
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Available evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This a current vacancy

AI Disclosure
To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation
Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.