Site Leader - Food Services (Chef)

Greater Edmonton Foundation; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Coverage

Health Spending Account

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

LAPP Pension Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Training & Certification

Criminal Record Check coverage

Job summary

Greater Edmonton Foundation is seeking a skilled Kitchen Supervisor for our seniors housing operations in Edmonton. You will oversee kitchen and dining room activities, supervise staff, plan menus in line with Canada Food Guide, and manage budgets while ensuring quality and safety.

This full-time day role requires a Red Seal certificate, Food Safe, and at least five years of supervisory culinary experience.

Qualifications

• Alberta recognized Journeyman Certificate in cooking (Red Seal).
• Minimum of 5 years in supervisory culinary role.
• Food Safe Certification.
• Knowledge of food production, quality control, and inventory management.
• Experience in a commercial kitchen environment and with seniors preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen and dining room operations with supervision and coaching.
• Plan balanced menus per Canada Food Guide and manage shopping within budget.
• Assist in events and cook main meals.
• Handle admin duties: performance reviews, scheduling, timesheets, invoicing, inventory.
• Contribute to health and safety program compliance.
• Gather resident feedback and improve dining offerings.
• Oversee supplies, equipment, inventory and storage.
• Ensure meal presentation, portioning and quality control.
• Maintain kitchen and dining cleanliness per health and safety standards.
• Perform other site duties as needed.

Skills

Culinary supervision

Red Seal aware

Food Safe

Menu planning

Budgeting

Staff training

Education

Alberta Journeyman Certificate in Cooking (Red Seal)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Housing and Client Services - Central Services, 14220 - 109 Ave, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM

GEF Seniors Housing is the largest provider of affordable supportive living residences for low to moderate income seniors in Alberta. As a leading provider of safe, affordable, quality accommodations, we offer competitive salaries & excellent working conditions for our team of employees, and the opportunity to positively contribute to our clients’ quality of life.

Details: Full Time, Days, 37.50 hours per week, 9:30AM to 5:30PM, 3 week rotational schedule

Pay Scale: $35.28 - $44.05 per hour

Location: At any of our GEF lodge locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee kitchen and dining room operations, including supervision, training, and coaching of staff.
• Plan balanced menus, ensuring compliance with the Canada Food Guide, and order groceries and kitchen-related purchases within a set budget.
• Assist in planning special events and cooking main meals.
• Perform administrative duties, including performance evaluations, scheduling, submitting timesheets, invoice approval, and monthly inventory management.
• Contribute to health and safety program administration, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Foster positive dining experiences by gathering feedback from residents and implementing improvements to food offerings.
• Oversee food supplies, equipment, and inventory management, ensuring proper food storage and cost‑effective practices.
• Ensure proper meal presentation, portioning, and maintain high quality control standards.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
• Perform other site‑specific duties as required to ensure smooth kitchen and dining room operations.

Experience/Education Preferences:

• Alberta recognized Journeyman Certificate in cooking. (Red Seal is required)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a supervisory culinary role is required.
• Food Safe Certification required.
• Knowledge of food production, quality control, and inventory management systems.
• Experience in a commercial kitchen environment and with seniors preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems.

Other Requirements:

• Strong customer service skills, including respectful interaction with residents, families, staff, and contractors.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and work under pressure.
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays as needed.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., perform repetitive motion tasks, and stand/walk for extended periods.

What We Offer :

• Medical and Dental Coverage
• Health Spending Account
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Participation in the LAPP Pension Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Training, including Health & Safety certification and hands‑on, role‑specific learning
• Company‑covered Criminal Record Checks

Successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal records check.