Executive Chef Full Time Permanent

WHAT’S THE JOB?
Based in Waterloo ON looking for a passionate Executive Chef to oversee the day to day operation of the food services.

As an Executive Chef, 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.  You will work closely with the Food Service Director and client to ensure the highest level of service standards are being met. 

Your work will include:

• Prepare fresh, scratch, menus for your guests
• 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 Hospitality guidelines
• Serve clients and staff 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.
• Have a full understanding of the PL and drive effieicnices 

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Food Safe, Basic, Advanced, First Aid CPR + AED
• 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, 
• 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
• Looking for continued growth. 

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

Executive Chef