Area – Chef Manager Full Time Permanent

WHAT’S THE JOB?
The Area Chef Manager (Floater) will be responsible for assisting at various accounts in Southern Ontario. Primary responsibilities will be vacation coverage and multi unit support for our food service operations.  Travel is required and flexibility is a must. Mileage and related expenses are paid. 

As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day to day operation of the kitchen; ordering, managing inventory, budgets, planning menus, training of staff and ensuring that health and safety standards are being followed as per Dana Hospitality.  

Your work will include:

• Prepare fresh, scratch, menus for our guests
• Support Chef Managers with productivity and compliance with  policies and procedures including health, safety, and quality
• Lead and support 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 Hospitality guidelines
• Act as a good ambassador and maintain positive guest and client relationships 
  Use knowledge and understanding of dietary restrictions; allergies, vegan, and vegetarian in meal planning and preparation
• Strong communication skills are essential for success in this role. 
• The ability to make thoughtful independent decisions while supporting a team work focused environment to ensure quality service and finical success.  
• Serve clients and staff in a personable and professional manner

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Food Safe, Basic, Advanced, First Aid, Red Seal Certification preferred or similar work experience
• 5+ years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
• 3+ years’ experience 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 & inventory management, 
• Strong time management skills
• You have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen i.e.: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Catering
• You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills
• Demonstrate values of Accountability, Respect, Health and Safety, and Trust
• Looking for continued growth and not afraid to bring new ideas and programming to the table to build engagement, excitement and add value. 

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Dexterra

Area – Chef Manager