Chef Manager (89406001)

Sodexo - Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company is seeking a Chef Manager in Oakville, Ontario. In this role, you will manage food production operations, including menu planning and inventory management. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in culinary management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to food safety compliance. This position offers a competitive salary, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for professional growth within a dedicated team.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation & great employee benefits

Training and development programs

Opportunities for growth

Corporate responsibility & sustainability

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Chef leadership roles.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven organizational skills and strong computer capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of food production including menu planning and cost management.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen team to ensure productivity.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and HACCP policies.

Skills

Culinary management

Team leadership

Cost management

Food safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

Red Seal Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Corporate Services Division has an exciting new opportunity to join the Sodexo team as our next Chef Manager located in Oakville, Ontario.

At Sodexo, we go beyond traditional workplace solutions to create environments where employees thrive. From innovative culinary programs that bring daily delight to integrated facilities management that fosters productivity and well-being, our team plays a vital role in shaping thriving workplaces.

Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

Job Description

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Manage daily operations of food production including menu planning, purchasing/ordering, inventory, food preparation, and cost management
• Manage financials for the food program including labour cost, food cost, inventory, equipment and materials
• Supervise, mentor, and monitorkitchen team and evaluateperformance to ensure a high level of productivity and the best use of team member capabilities
• Establish operating standards, implement quality improvements
• Oversee catering functions and special events for internal and external clients/ groups
• Establish and maintain business relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Promote and assist in the marketing of the food program to both internal and external audiences
• Constant analysis of the culinary program; identifying efficiencies and areas of opportunity within our culinary operations
• Meet and collaborate with client initiatives to progress agreed upon efforts and provide feedback
• Ensure compliance of all Company standards and Provincial/Federal Legislation
• Ensure compliance to all Food Safety, Food System Management and HACCP Policies and Procedures

Qualifications

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Red Seal Certification preferred
• 5 years’ experience in Chef leadership role
• Knowledge of industry standards and Legislative Policies and Procedures
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, team-centric and safety driven environment
• Proven organizational skills and strong computer capabilities including Microsoft Office use
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with customers, clients and staff at all levels
• Proven ability to champion and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with policies while actively encouraging safe practices among team members
• Ability to work, problem solve and provide solutions independently
• Genuine desire to provide customer service experiences beyond expectations
• A passion for food and for people
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a standard background check and Vulnerable Sector Screening

Additional Information

What Makes Sodexo Different:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
• Training and development programs
• Countless opportunities for growth
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards
• And so much more!

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.

Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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