Executive Chef

Kibbi; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Parking on site

Job summary

Shannex is seeking an Executive Chef for the Parkland Ancaster team in Ancaster, Ontario. The role leads the culinary team, oversees food services, and delivers catering for internal and external events in a long-term care setting.

The ideal candidate has 5–7+ years as a chef, 2+ years in leadership, and a strong focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. A commitment to ongoing education and health service collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Cook papers from an accredited institution.
• Advanced Food Safety certificate.
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience as a chef.
• Minimum of two years in a leadership role in food services.
• Experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or long-term care sector.
• Candidates must obtain a clear Criminal Record Check (and Vulnerable Sector Check where applicable).
• Any Alzheimer's or Dementia training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Selects, shapes, and develops the culinary team.
• Providing leadership and overseeing provision of food services.
• Providing catering services for internal and external events.
• Input into division menu development.
• Liaising with Health Services to ensure therapeutic menu modifications as indicated.

Skills

Leadership experience

Volume food preparation

Education

Journeyman Cook papers

Advanced Food Safety certificate

Job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for an Executive Chef to join our Parkland Ancaster team based in Ancaster, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.

Additional Benefits Include

• Approximate annual salary range: $75,000 - $84,000
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employeeand Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire)
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerksprogram, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology,fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports andentertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Selects, shapes, and develops the culinary team
• Providing leadership and overseeing provision of food services
• Providing catering services for internal and external events
• Providing input into division menu development
• Liaising with the Health Services Team to ensure client receive the appropriate therapeutic menu modification as indicated by their medical condition

About You

• Journeyman Cook papers from an accredited institution
• Current and recognized Advanced Food Safety certificate
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience as a chef
• Minimum of two years in a leadership role in food services
• Experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or long-term care sector
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment.
• Previous management experience is an asset, as well as any other Alzheimer’s or Dementia training courses are considered an asset