Chef Manager

Dana Hospitality; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food service sector is seeking a passionate Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations in Waterloo. This role involves menu planning, staff training, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. As a key figure in a dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to innovate and create memorable dining experiences for guests. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture of inclusivity, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive team atmosphere. Join a company that values work-life balance and invests in your professional development.

Benefits

Extended benefits from day one

RRSP matching

Work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hospitality with culinary expertise in various cuisines.
• Strong leadership and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure food safety standards.
• Prepare fresh, scratch-made menus and lead staff training.

Skills

Food Safety Certification

Menu Planning

Inventory Management

Microsoft Excel

Leadership Skills

Culinary Skills

Education

Red Seal Certification

First Aid Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

GFS

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX: DXT). We have a broad presence across North America with numerous full-time and part-time opportunities. We aim to provide our employees with fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity, inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and passion for work. For over 75 years, the companies now forming Dexterra Group have been dedicated to serving North American clients by creating and managing built environments that are vital to our economy and communities. We are proud of our legacy.

Job Description
WHAT’S THE JOB?
Based in Waterloo, ON, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to oversee daily food service operations.
As a Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations including ordering, inventory management, budgeting, menu planning, staff training, and ensuring health and safety standards are met according to Dana Hospitality guidelines. You will collaborate closely with the client and Food Service Director to deliver high-quality food and service to students and guests.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing fresh, scratch-made menus for guests
• Leading employee training, development, and mentoring
• Innovating programming to create a 'WOW' factor and lead in the segment
• Ensuring food safety using FOODSAFE and HACCP standards, in line with Dana Hospitality guidelines
• Serving clients and staff professionally and personable
• Applying knowledge of dietary restrictions, allergies, vegan, and vegetarian options in meal planning and preparation
• Conducting weekly inventory checks

Qualifications
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Food Safe, Basic, Advanced, First Aid, Red Seal certification preferred, or equivalent work experience
• At least 5 years of experience in hospitality or food service
• Over 3 years of cooking experience with knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, GFS, Outlook
• Extensive knowledge of menu costing and inventory management
• Strong practical and theoretical expertise in all kitchen areas: hot, cold, pastry/bakery, butchery, and catering
• Effective leadership skills, positive personality, and good listening skills
• Values of accountability, respect, health and safety, and trust
• Desire for growth, innovation, and engagement

Additional Information
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Extended benefits from day one, fully covered
• RRSP matching
• Work-life balance
• Growth opportunities as the company expands

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or other protected factors. Accommodations are available during the hiring process upon request.