Are you a skilled and experienced Chef looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a meaningful difference? Join our senior living community, where we are dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences, quality care services, and a supportive team environment for our residents. Every member of our team shares a common purpose: enhancing the quality of life and well-being of the seniors we serve.
Position Summary
As a Chef, you will:
- Lead and supervise the kitchen team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals with excellent taste and presentation.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety regulations.
- Oversee menu planning, food preparation, inventory management, and dining operations within established budget guidelines.
- Foster a positive dining experience for residents while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and ensure the delivery of nutritious and appealing meals for residents seven days per week.
- Supervise, mentor, and support kitchen staff while promoting adherence to food safety, sanitation, and occupational health and safety standards.
- Manage food inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and kitchen operations to support efficiency and cost control.
- Participate in menu development, seasonal planning, and special event dining services.
- Maintain accurate inventory, temperature, and sanitation records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Ontario public health regulations and workplace safety standards.
Qualifications
- Culinary diploma or certificate from a recognized institution, or a minimum of 5 years of experience in high-volume food preparation and fine dining.
- Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen environment.
- Valid Food Handler Certification required; HACCP certification considered an asset.
- Red Seal Certification is considered an asset.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices.
- Experience working in retirement living, long-term care, hospitality, or healthcare settings is considered an asset.
Why Join Us?
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community where seniors feel valued and supported. We foster a workplace culture built on compassion, teamwork, accountability, and respect. Our employees are encouraged to grow professionally while making a positive impact in the lives of our residents every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,448.67-$85,639.01 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Work Location: In person
