Culinary Manager: Menu Innovation & Staff Leadership

Compass Group Canada; Saint-Lambert; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, participate in menu planning, and ensure high quality food service for clients in Saint-Lambert.

You will supervise associates, manage costs, and uphold Compass Quality Assurance, Health and Safety, and HACCP standards, with strong French communication. This role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced food service environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of culinary experience and strong supervisory skills.
• Sound knowledge of financial management including cost control.
• Creative ability to apply trendy items and presentations to food service operations.
• Hard-working, hands-on team player.
• Excellent communication skills in French.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of food preparation, menu planning, and development.
• Ensure positive client relationships and satisfaction.
• Directly manage associates.
• Ensure unit compliance with Compass Quality Assurance and Health and Safety programs.
• Ensure HACCP standards are followed in food preparation.

Skills

Culinary experience

Supervisory skills

Financial management

Creative food presentation

French communication

MS Office (Word & Excel)

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, participate in menu planning, and ensure high quality food service for clients in Saint-Lambert.

You will supervise associates, manage costs, and uphold Compass Quality Assurance, Health and Safety, and HACCP standards, with strong French communication. This role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced food service environment.