Executive Chef Campus ()

Sodexo Canada Ltd; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service management company in Ottawa seeks a Chef to manage food program activities. Responsibilities include coordinating food production, managing financials, training teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have Red Seal Certification and 5-7 years of leadership experience in a culinary role. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation & employee benefits

Training and development programs

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in a Chef role leading a team.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct food program activities.
• Manage financials including labor and food costs.
• Train culinary team as a technical expert.

Skills

Red Seal Certification

5-7 years experience in Chef role

Knowledge of industry standards

Proven organizational skills

Exceptional communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Experience in sustainable and plant based menu preparation

Education

Red Seal Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

How Youll MakeanImpact :

• Responsible for successfully coordinating and directing food program activities for the site
• Direct daily operations of food production including: menu planning, purchasing / ordering inventory, food preparation and cost management
• Manage financials for the food program including labor cost, food cost, inventory, equipment and materials
• Train culinary team as technical expert
• Liaise with Management team to ensure food offerings across campus meet the needs of students
• Establish operating standards, implement quality improvements
• Engage with internal resources to utilize and share Sodexo innovations
• Establish and maintain business relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Promote and assist in the marketing of the food program to both internal and external audiences
• Constant analysis of the campus wide food program; identifying efficiencies and areas of opportunity within our culinary operations
• Meet and collaborate with university initiatives to progress agreed upon efforts and provide feedback
• Ensure compliance of all Company standards and Provincial/Federal Legislation
• Ensure compliance to all Food Safety, Food System Management and HACCP Policies and Procedures

Qualifications :

• Red Seal Certification
• 5-7 years experience in Chef role leading a team
• Knowledge of industry standards and Legislative Policies and Procedures
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, team‑centric and safety driven environment
• Proven organizational skills and strong computer capabilities including Microsoft Office use
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with customers, clients and staff at all levels
• Ability to work problem solve and provide solutions independently
• Experience in sustainable and plant based menu preparation is an asset
• Genuine desire to provide customer service experiences beyond expectations
• Previous high volume Catering experience an asset.
• A passion for food and for people

Additional Information :

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
• Training and development programs
• Countless opportunities for growth
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability
• An award‑winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility and much more. View Sodexo's latest awards here
• And so much more!

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity status, as a veteran, or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities and senior homes be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.

Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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