Chef, Seasonal

Compass Group North America; Wiarton; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company is seeking a Chef for a seasonal position in Wiarton, Ontario. The role involves supervising kitchen staff, ensuring food quality, and managing food production. Candidates should have culinary education and kitchen management experience. Join a team dedicated to providing high-quality dining solutions in diverse environments.

Benefits

Meals provided

Accommodations provided

Contract Completion bonus

Qualifications

• Three years of kitchen management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen staff.
• Ensure food handling and sanitation standards are met.
• Prepare high-quality food items according to recipes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies

Red Seal Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Working Title: Chef
Employment Status: Seasonal
Starting Hourly Rate: $30.00per hour
Address: 700 Hwy 6 Wiarton ON N0H 2T0
New Hire Schedule: 7 days a week, 6:00am-8:00pm

Start Date: Immediately
Important Information: Must have cooking and allergen training. Advanced Food Handler's and First Aid Training is required. Meals and accommodations provided. Eligible for a Contract Completion bonus which will be paid out at the end of employment - $50.00 for every week completed working at the camp.

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Imagine creating a place where tomorrow’s leaders, big thinkers, and dreamers gather. Join us and know that you make it possible for others to learn, grow, and discover. Because of what we do, students and faculty share so much more than a meal. And that’s why this is so much more than a job.

Why work with Chartwells? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We cater to Generation Z on college campuses and upcoming K-12 generations. We offer dining programs and solutions that fit the unique needs of today’s students. Join our commitment to providing responsible, healthy-eating solutions.

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Job Summary

Directs, coordinates and evaluates assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise, coordinate and participate in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food.
• Ensure all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met.
• Supervise hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action.
• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
• Ensure proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
• Track food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product.
• Receive and inspect product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory.
• Help select and develop recipes and menus.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Chefs? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• Red Seal Certification.
• Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies.
• Three years of kitchen management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and presentation.
• Basic supervisory skills, capable of motivating, leading and developing associates.
• Creative ability to apply trendy food items and presentations to operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, paying attention to accuracy and detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.