Executive Chef - St. Thomas University

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

ERGs and community

Educational assistance

Career growth

Safe & supportive workplace

Job summary

Aramark in Fredericton, NB is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across student, faculty, and visitor food service and campus catering at St. Thomas University. You will manage a brigade, develop recipes, plan menus, and ensure high standards of taste, safety, and cost control.

The ideal candidate has a culinary degree or diploma, 3–5 years of culinary management experience, and strong leadership and communication skills to collaborate with clients, staff, and management.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or diploma required.
• 3–5 years culinary management experience required.
• Experience managing a unionized staff is an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for culinary production of our proprietary healthy, hot, and cold stations.
• Select and develop recipes and standardize production recipes for consistency.
• Manage a Sous Chef and brigade of cooks, ensuring procedures are followed.
• Oversee weekly menu planning from new or formulated recipes in PRIMA database.
• Prepare and execute campus caterings for faculty, students and guests as required.
• Establish presentation techniques and quality standards, plan and price menus.
• Estimate food consumption and stay within budget for food and labour costs.
• Conduct inventory, place orders, receive deliveries; reconcile orders as required.
• Train, manage and direct kitchen staff; coordinate all culinary related activities.
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance; ensure proper safety and sanitation.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

Culinary degree or diploma

Hospitality training

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

We know that a Chef’s job isn’t only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We’re looking for an Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations that include student, faculty, and visitor food service and catering operations at St. Thomas University in Fredericton, NB.Just like you, we’re passionate about everything we do, and we’ll make sure you have the right growth opportunities to reach the peak of your career.

Culinary experiences and well-maintained environments are fundamental to student success. From brain-powering ingredients to comforting flavor combinations, nutritious food doesn’t have to be boring. Aramark chefs and dietitians are constantly reviewing the latest insights and food trends to find the next culinary innovation and help students discover their love of food.

We partner with you to enhance the student experience, support parents, and collaborate with administration, all while delivering on the expectations of parents and the community.

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for culinary production of our proprietary healthy, hot, and cold stations
• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistence
• Manage a Sous Chef and brigade of cooks ensuring operational procedures are followed
• Oversee weekly menu planning from new or formulated recipes in our PRIMA database
• Prepare and execute campus caterings for faculty, students and guests as required
• Establish presentation techniques and quality standards, plan and price menus
• Estimate food consumption and remain within budget for food and labour costs
• Conduct inventory, place orders, receive deliveries; reconcile orders as required
• Train, manage and direct kitchen staff; coordinate all culinary related activities
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance; ensure proper safety and sanitation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Culinary degree of diploma and hospitality training is required
• Minimum 3-5 5 years culinary management experience is required
• Previous experience managing a unionized staff is a definite asset
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships with clients, customers, staff and management

What We Offer You:

• Time to Recharge: Three weeks of paid vacation for all new salaried hires, plus 3 personal/flex days dedicated to your mental health and well-being.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (No Waiting Period!): From day one, enjoy coverage for dental, prescriptions, vision, massage therapy, and more—because your health matters.
• Future Security: A Self-Directed Pension Plan where every dollar you contribute is matched with two by Aramark—helping you grow your retirement savings faster.
• Well-Being Support: Access Aramark’s Employee Assistance Program for confidential resources and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Inclusive Community: Be part of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where we celebrate diversity, build connections, and support one another.
• Continuous Learning: Benefit from Educational Assistance to support your growth, plus scholarships for your children entering post-secondary studies.
• Career Growth: Clear career path planning and development opportunities tailored to your skills and aspirations.
• Safe & Supportive Workplace: We are deeply committed to providing a safe, healthy, and positive work environment for all.

Monetary benefits will differ for salaried -part time and temporary positions.

ABOUT ARAMARK

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You’ll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you’ll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you’re pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

The pay range for this position is $65,000.00 - $70,000.00.