Executive Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menus & Teams (Tue–Sat)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mental health & wellness program

Career growth opportunities

Great Place to Work recognition

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Kitchen Manager with Red Seal and 3+ years of kitchen leadership to supervise cooks and staff, ensure high standards of food quality and sanitation, and manage inventory and recipes. This role requires strong supervisory and communication skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers pathways for growth within the world’s largest food and support services company, with health benefits, training opportunities and a collaborative

Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Red Seal Certification

Post-secondary culinary education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Kitchen Manager with Red Seal and 3+ years of kitchen leadership to supervise cooks and staff, ensure high standards of food quality and sanitation, and manage inventory and recipes. This role requires strong supervisory and communication skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers pathways for growth within the world’s largest food and support services company, with health benefits, training opportunities and a collaborative