Chef Exécutif / Executive Chef

Dexterra; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexterra is seeking an Executive Chef to lead one of our dining halls in the Eastern Townships of Quebec. You will develop innovative concepts, supervise culinary operations, and drive high standards of food safety and quality.

The role requires strong leadership, bilingual communication, and a proven track record in cost control and people management. You will mentor culinary teams, collaborate with management on budgets, and ensure exceptional guest experiences while maintaining compliance

Qualifications

• Red Seal Chef status required.
• Five years of recent related experience leading high-volume culinary teams.
• ServeSafe and FoodSafe certified.
• Cost control experience and people management.
• Bilingual English/French with strong communication skills.
• Confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Strong knowledge of safe equipment use and health and safety standards.
• Highly organized with focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Be the business leader of one of four dining halls.
• Develop concepts, recipes, programs, people and standards.
• Lead in Food Safety by implementing and training to the highest industry standards.
• Lead Health and Safety by training and inspiring staff to promote a safe workplace.
• Advise on dietary preferences and restrictions and coach guests.
• Supervise and develop a unionized team of employees.
• Collaborate with culinary team to ensure evolving skills.
• Assist management with budgets, targets, cost controls, efficiency and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Cost Control

Bilingual EN/FR

Communication

Team Development

POS Systems

Computer Skills

Education

Red Seal Chef Certification

Tools

POS Systems

Computer Skills

Job description

WHO ARE WE?
We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

QUEL EST LE TRAVAIL?

WHAT'S THE JOB?
Here we are growing again!!! Calling all experienced culinary chefs looking to advance their career in the food industry. Look no further! We are currently looking for an Executive Chef to work with our team. The selected individual will also be a true culinary creator, people developer, and steward of our three Fresh-Scratch-Local pillars. This job is located in the Eastern Townships of Quebec

• Be the business leader of one of four dining halls
• Develop concepts, recipes, programs, people and standards
• Be a lead in Food Safety by implementing and training with Dana' and highest industry standard
• Be a reference in Health and Safety by training, implementing and inspire our staff to promote a safe workplace.
• Act as a reference regarding dietary preferences and restrictions and act as a coach to our guests who need assistance.
• Supervise and develop a group of dedicated unionised employees
• Work closely with our culinary team to ensure their skills are constantly evolving
• Assist the management team in establishing budgets, targets, cost and operational controls, efficiency, guest satisfaction and participation.

Qualifications

QUI SONT À LA RECHERCHE?

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Red Seal Chef Status
• Five years of recent related experience in the food service industry leading high volume culinary teams
• ServeSafe and FoodSafe certified
• Previous experience with cost control and employee management
• Superior communication skills in both verbal and written English with the ability to communicate in French as appropriate
• Able to effectively handle the concerns of employees, customers, and clients with tact while adhering to confidentiality policies
• Superior knowledge of the safe use of all related equipment
• Highly organized with a strong focus and commitment to quality
• Able to effectively use a computer and all related software, including POS equipment

Dexterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.