Chef Manager

Dexterra Group; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations in Barrie. The role requires extensive culinary experience, including menu planning and staff training while ensuring food safety standards are upheld. Join a growing team and enjoy comprehensive health benefits and paid travel time.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits fully covered

Paid travel time

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in hospitality/food service industry.
• Extensive knowledge of international and domestic cuisines.
• Knowledge of menu costing and recipe implementation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and staff supervision.
• Plan and design high-quality rotational menus.
• Ensure compliance with food safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Planning

Food Safety

Customer Service

Cooking Competency

Education

Journeyperson or Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate

SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification

Job description

As a Chef Manager , you will be responsible for overseeing the day to day operation of the kitchen; ordering food ingredients and planning menu, including other responsibilities such as assisting with the preparation, serving, and control of cooked and uncooked food, training of staff and ensuring that staff follows prescribed DANA Food Safety protocol.

Your work will include :

• Prepare, present, design, and serve high quality rotational menus
• Supervise all kitchen staff’s productivity and compliance with Danapolicies and procedures including health, safety, and quality
• Lead in the training, developing, and mentoring of employees
• Ensure all foods are prepared using FOODSAFE and Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) methods, and in accordance with Danasafety guidelines
• Ensure all labour and chemical resources are used effectively and efficiently
• Serve clients and staff in a personable and professional manner
• Use knowledge and understanding of dietary restrictions; allergies, vegan, and vegetarian in meal planning and preparation
• Conduct inventory on a bi-weekly basis
• Ensure maintenance issues related to any equipment are communicated to the Manager and maintenance personnel as soon as possible

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered.
• Travel time is paid.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• You’re aJourneypersonor have an interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
• You have SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification
• You have at least 10 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
• You have at least 10 years’ experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and / or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
• You have knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook)
• You have extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control
• You have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen ie : Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests;
• You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills