Chef Manager

Dexterra Group; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking an experienced Chef Manager in Waterloo, ON. The role involves overseeing kitchen operations, menu planning, and staff management while ensuring health and safety standards. Join a growing team that values work-life balance and employee recognition.

Benefits

Benefits from day one, fully covered

RRSP Matching

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hospitality/food service industry.
• 3+ years with culinary expertise across various cuisines.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations including ordering and inventory.
• Prepare fresh, scratch-made menus for guests.
• Lead training and development of staff.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Communication

Innovative Mindset

Education

Red Seal Certification

Food Safe Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

GFS

Job description

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WHO ARE WE?
Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities. We offer more than just a job — we provide fulfilling careers in a culture that values stability, diversity, inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and passion for your work. With over 75 years of history, Dexterra Group has been dedicated to serving North American clients by creating and managing built environments that support our economy and communities.

Job Description
Based in Waterloo, ON, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to oversee daily food service operations.

As a Chef, you will manage kitchen operations, including ordering, inventory, budgeting, menu planning, staff training, and ensuring health and safety standards are met according to Dana Hospitality guidelines.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, scratch-made menus for guests
• Lead training, development, and mentoring of staff
• Enhance programming to create a "WOW" factor and lead in the segment
• Ensure food preparation follows FOODSAFE and HACCP standards
• Serve clients and staff professionally and personable
• Consider dietary restrictions such as allergies, vegan, and vegetarian options in meal planning
• Conduct weekly inventory checks

Qualifications

• Food Safe, Basic, Advanced, First Aid, Red Seal Certification preferred or equivalent experience
• 5+ years in hospitality/food service industry
• 3+ years with culinary expertise across various cuisines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and GFS
• Extensive knowledge of menu costing and inventory management
• Strong time management skills
• Comprehensive practical and theoretical kitchen knowledge (hot, cold, pastry, butchery, catering)
• Effective leadership, positive personality, and good listening skills
• Values of accountability, respect, health and safety, trust
• Innovative mindset for growth and programming

Additional Benefits

• Benefits from day one, fully covered
• RRSP Matching
• Work-life balance
• Growing company amidst industry downsizing

Dexterra Group is committed to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available during the hiring process upon request.

Additional Details

• Senior Level: Mid-Senior
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industry: Hospitality

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