Chef Manager

WHAT’S THE JOB?
 

As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day to day operation of the kitchen; ordering food ingredients and planning menu, including other responsibilities such as assisting with the preparation, serving, and control of cooked and uncooked food, training of staff and ensuring that staff follows prescribed Dana/Dexterra Hospitality Food Safety protocol.

Your work will include:

• Prepare, present, design, and serve high quality menu items
• Supervise all kitchen staff’s productivity and compliance with policies and procedures including health, safety, and quality
• Lead in the training, developing, and mentoring of employees
• Ensure all foods are prepared using FOODSAFE and Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) methods, and in accordance with Dana/Dexterra Hospitality safety guidelines
• Ensure all labour and resources are used effectively and efficiently, manage staff accordingly
• Serve clients and guests in a personable and professional manner
• Use knowledge and understanding of dietary restrictions; allergies, vegan, and vegetarian in meal planning and preparation
• Conduct inventory on a weekly basis, ordering inventory
• Ensure maintenance issues related to any equipment are communicated to the Manager and maintenance personnel as soon as possible
• Ensure cleanliness of unit
• Monthly self audits for Health & Safety and Food Safety
• Responsible for week/monthly finance reporting

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

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WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• You’re a Journeyperson or have an interprovincial Red Seal Certificate (preferred, not required)
• You have SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification
• You have at least 5 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
• You have at least 5 years’ experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
• You have knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook)
• You have extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control
• You have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen ie: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and catering
• You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.