executive chef

Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites London ON; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

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Posted on April 15, 2025 by Employer details Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites London ON

Executive Chef

Job Details

Location: Four Points by Sheraton, London, Ontario
Reports To: General Manager & Hotel Owner

Job Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites in London, Ontario. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a passion for cooking and managing kitchen operations. You will be responsible for overseeing kitchen staff, maintaining food and labor costs, ensuring the proper maintenance of kitchen equipment, and upholding the highest culinary standards. This position requires a leader who can stay calm under pressure, lead by example, and work alongside the team, whether cooking or assisting in other daily operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cost Control & Budgeting: Maintain and monitor food and labor costs to ensure profitability while maintaining high standards of quality.
2. Kitchen Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance of kitchen equipment, ensuring routine service and maintenance schedules are followed for all equipment, particularly Rational and Lainox combi-ovens.
3. Hands-On Leadership: Actively lead in the kitchen by cooking, guiding team members, and stepping in when and where needed. Foster a collaborative and positive kitchen environment.
4. Lead by Example: Demonstrate professionalism, a strong work ethic, and a consistent commitment to quality. Set the tone for the team by remaining calm and composed under pressure; no hot heads allowed.
5. Ordering & Inventory Management: Oversee the ordering of food and supplies, ensuring the kitchen is well-stocked and all items meet our quality standards.
6. Collaboration with Management: Work closely with the General Manager, hotel owner, and other department heads to ensure the smooth operation of the hotel’s culinary offerings.
7. Coordinate Special Events: Take the lead in coordinating holiday brunches and other special events, ensuring that all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service exceed guest expectations.
8. Human Resources: Ensure proper HR practices are followed, including recruiting, training, and the development of kitchen staff. Provide ongoing support and feedback to team members, fostering their growth and success in the kitchen.
9. Coordinate with Catering, Sales, and Restaurant Managers: Ensure smooth communication and coordination with other departments to support hotel events, conferences, and daily restaurant operations.
10. Development and costing of catering, wedding, restaurant, and special event menus.

Qualifications:

1. Must be eligible to work full-time in Canada. (This is NOT a sponsorship position.)
2. Proven 5+ years of executive chef or senior leadership experience in a high-end hotel or restaurant setting.
3. Provincial Culinary Red Seal Certification is mandatory, along with a current Safe-Food Handlers certificate.
4. Proven expertise with Rational and Lainox combi-ovens and other high-tech kitchen equipment.
5. Exceptional culinary skills with the ability to lead, inspire, and educate a team. Willingness to take on Apprenticeship cooks through Skilled Trades Ontario.
6. Strong financial acumen with experience managing food and labor costs.
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
8. Ability to maintain composure and a positive attitude in a high-pressure environment.
9. Experience managing and coordinating large events, especially weddings, holiday brunches, and similar large corporate functions.
10. A hands-on leadership style with a passion for mentoring and developing kitchen staff.
11. Knowledge of current food trends and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

Additional Requirements:

1. Culinary degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
2. Provincial Red Seal Certification is mandatory.
3. Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the hotel’s needs.
4. Willing to work overtime as required during busy times of year.
5. Must be fluent in English.

Location:

London, ON

Workplace Information:

• On site

Salary:

$80,000 to $95,000 per year annually

Terms of Employment:

Full time

Starts:

As soon as possible

Vacancies:

1 vacancy

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