Chef Manager

Dexterra; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Chef Manager to lead its food services in Waterloo. This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, menu planning, and staff training while ensuring the highest quality of food and service. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in the hospitality sector, along with a commitment to health and safety standards. With a culture that promotes diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path within a growing company. Join a team that values innovation and accountability, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Extended benefits

RRSP matching

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hospitality or food service industry.
• 3+ years cooking experience with international cuisines.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage inventory.
• Prepare scratch-made menus and ensure food quality.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff while ensuring health standards.

Skills

Food Safe certifications

First Aid

Cooking experience

Menu costing

Inventory management

Leadership skills

Time management

Education

Red Seal certification

Hospitality management experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

GFS

Outlook

Job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX: DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent of North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients by creating and managing built environments that play a vital role in our economy and communities. And that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

WHAT’S THE JOB?

Based in Waterloo, ON, we are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the food services.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily kitchen operations, including ordering, managing inventory and budgets, menu planning, staff training, and ensuring health and safety standards are met according to Dana Hospitality guidelines. You will work closely with the client and Food Service Director to ensure the highest quality of food and service for our students and guests.

Your work will include:

• Preparing fresh, scratch-made menus for guests
• Leading in the training, development, and mentoring of employees
• Developing programming to create a "WOW" factor and leading in the segment
• Ensuring all foods are prepared using FOODSAFE and HACCP methods, following Dana Hospitality guidelines
• Serving clients and staff in a personable and professional manner
• Applying knowledge of dietary restrictions, allergies, vegan, and vegetarian options in meal planning and preparation
• Conducting weekly inventory checks

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Food Safe certifications (Basic, Advanced), First Aid, Red Seal preferred or similar work experience
• 5+ years of experience in the hospitality or food service industry
• 3+ years of cooking experience with knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
• Proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, GFS, Outlook
• Extensive knowledge of menu costing and inventory management
• Strong time management skills
• Excellent practical and theoretical knowledge of kitchen operations including hot kitchens, cold kitchens, pastry/bakery, butchery, and catering
• Effective leadership style, positive personality, and strong listening skills
• Values of accountability, respect, health and safety, and trust
• A desire for continued growth and innovation, with the ability to bring new ideas and programming to enhance engagement and excitement

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Extended benefits from day one, fully covered
• RRSP matching
• Work-life balance
• Growing company in contrast to industry downsizing

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants 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 are available upon request during the hiring process.

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