Sous Chef

Shannex Incorporated; Ajax; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental benefits

RRSP with 5% employer matching

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks discounts

Center of Excellence training

Innovation and recognition programs

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is seeking a Sous Chef for the Parkland Ajax team in Ajax, Ontario. The role focuses on planning, preparing, and supervising high-volume meals in a healthcare- oriented setting.

Applicants should hold a Culinary Arts Diploma with a Red Seal, plus a Food Handler’s Certificate, and have at least two years of culinary and leadership experience. Criminal record checks are required prior to appointment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of culinary leadership experience.
• Ability to plan and prepare meals to established standards.
• Experience with high-volume food preparation.
• Must pass criminal record checks prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare meals according to standards and menus.
• Order, receive, store and rotate inventory of food and supplies.
• Maintain safety and sanitation to meet standards.
• Communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction with foodservice.
• Supervise and mentor cooks to meet performance standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Read recipes

Menu planning

Client communication

Education

Culinary Arts Diploma

Red Seal Certificate

Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

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 a Sous Chef to join our Parkland Ajax team based in Ajax, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

• Approximate annual salary range: $55,000 - $61,000
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and 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 WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment 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

• Planning and preparing meals according to established standards, procedures, recipes and menus
• Ordering, receiving, storing and rotating inventory of all required food and supplies
• Maintaining safety and sanitation in the kitchen to meet legislative and organizational standards
• Communicating regularly with clients to ensure satisfaction with foodservice
• Supervising and mentoring cooks to ensure performance meets standards
• Additional duties as assigned/required

About You

• A Culinary Arts Diploma and a valid Red Seal Certificate
• A valid Food Handler’s Certificate
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• Minimum 2 years of both culinary and leadership experience
• Experience with large quantity food preparation
• Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.