Chef Manager: Culinary Leader & Kitchen Coach

Aramark Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge

Health Benefits

Pension Plan

Well-Being Support

ERGs

Educational Assistance

Career Growth

Safe Workplace

Job summary

Aramark Canada is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary excellence in a healthcare dining environment. This hands-on leader will coach cooks, ensure top-quality meals, and drive continuous improvement while upholding safety standards.

The ideal candidate combines passion for great food with strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to inspire the kitchen team and deliver memorable dining experiences for residents and guests.

Qualifications

• Passionate about food and dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
• Expert knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop culinary teams.
• High standards for food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Hands-on leader who enjoys working alongside the team in the kitchen.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Healthcare, senior living, or hospitality experience is considered an asset but is not required.
• Demonstrated ability to build a positive culture centered on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of culinary excellence and food quality throughout the operation.
• Prepare and serve high-quality, nutritious, and visually appealing meals that exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standards.
• Act as the culinary expert within the operation, providing leadership and guidance on cooking techniques, food preparation, and menu execution.
• Lead, coach, train, and develop cooks and kitchen team members to improve their culinary skills and knowledge.
• Foster a passion for food quality and hospitality among all kitchen staff.
• Conduct regular training sessions focused on cooking methods, recipe execution, presentation standards, and food safety.
• Monitor food quality daily and address any concerns immediately to ensure a consistent guest experience.
• Support menu development and implementation, ensuring recipes are followed and food costs are managed effectively.
• Promote innovation by introducing new ideas, techniques, and best practices to enhance the dining experience.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment while ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Build strong relationships with residents, guests, and clients by actively seeking and responding to feedback regarding food quality and service.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Leadership coaching

Quality & presentation

Hands-on leadership

Communication & organization

Healthcare hospitality experience

Job description

Aramark Canada is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary excellence in a healthcare dining environment. This hands-on leader will coach cooks, ensure top-quality meals, and drive continuous improvement while upholding safety standards.

The ideal candidate combines passion for great food with strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to inspire the kitchen team and deliver memorable dining experiences for residents and guests.