Chef Manager (WC1814)

WestCana Services Inc; Victoria; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health & Prescription

Dental care

Group life insurance

Employee & family assistance

Talent Management Program

Job summary

WestCana Services Inc. is seeking a skilled Chef Manager for a full-time role at our Victoria location. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, menu planning, inventory control, and staff supervision to ensure quality, safety, and timely service in a healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Red Seal Chef credential, FoodSafe certifications, and strong HACCP knowledge, with a proven track record in high-volume food preparation. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Chef with volume food prep experience (health care preferred).
• Valid FoodSafe Level 1 and 2 certification.
• Working knowledge of HACCP.
• Valid WHMIS certification.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 6 months or TB clearance.
• Clear Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector) every 5 years.
• Experience supervising, training and developing staff.
• Menu planning and inventory control experience.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and develop staff; monitor work.
• Lead monthly team meetings; evaluate performance.
• Ensure safe and healthy work environment; resolve conflicts.
• Assist with disciplinary actions in consultation with Directors.
• Participate in menu creation and event planning.
• Monitor inventory; prepare reports; manage costs.
• Oversee food prep and service to meet health requirements.

Skills

Red Seal Chef

FoodSafe L1 & L2

HACCP knowledge

WHMIS certification

Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable S)

Staff supervision & training

Menu development

TB clearance

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Education

Red Seal Chef Certification

FoodSafe Level 1 & 2 Certification

WHMIS Certification

Job description

WestCana is seeking a skilled and experienced Chef Manager to join our team on a full-time basis.

• Location: 3814 Carey Road, Victoria, BC, V8Z 4C4
• Schedule: Sunday to Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Wage: $65,000 to $70,000 per annum

What we can offer you:

• Extended Health that includes prescription drug coverage, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage, therapy, naturopathy care, osteopathic care, physiotherapy, psychologist care, speech therapy, & more!
• Dental care that includes basic dental, exams, preventative, routine care and dental restorations.
• Group life insurance
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Talent Management Program

Chef Manager Must Haves:

• Current qualifications as a Red Seal Chef with experience in a volume food preparation, preferably within a health care environment.
• Maintains Valid Foodsafe Level 1 and 2 Certification.
• Must have a working knowledge of HACCP.
• Holds and Maintains Valid certification in WHMIS.
• A negative TB test or chest x-ray within the last six months or ability to pass TB clearance documents.
• Clear Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector, through the Ministry of Justice upon hire and every 5 years thereafter.
• Working in partnership to support with management needs with the Support Service Manager.
• Assisting with supervisory duties include but are not limited to:
  • recruiting, training and developing staff;
  • assigning and monitoring work;
  • holdingmonthly Team Member meetings;
  • evaluating Team Member performance;
  • ensuring a healthy and safe work environment; resolving conflicts;
  • taking appropriate disciplinary action in consultation with the Director of Culinary Services and Human Resources.
• Participates in menu creation.
• Prepares and/or monitors the preparation of daily and special event menu plans, following all dietary orders/modifications.
• Prepares inventory, month end report, weekly receivers’ reports and audits, with action plans to remedy any audits not meeting standards.
• Purchase and store inventory, monitoring operating expenditures, and adhere to WestCana inventory control systems to maximize savings and minimize waste.
• Ensuring all phases of food preparation and service meets or exceeds health and safety requirements i.e. Community Care Facility Act, WHMIS, WCB, provincial safety standards, etc.
• Ensure Food Safety and Quality, observational & any other necessary audits are completed as required.
• Attend meetings and participate on various committees as required.
• Manages safety of team members; safety concerns reported, investigations, documentation, as well as Employee Incidents/Injuries.
• Provide regular training / in-services to your workers, and measure the effectiveness of the training
• Ensures adequate first aidequipment, supplies, and trained attendants are on site to handle injuries.
• Ensures adherence to Infection Control Practices and provides education to Staff as required for Outbreak and basic infection control practices.
• Actively supports any workers that are on a GRTW program.

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