Chef Manager - Hotel & Conference Centre

Job Description

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Chef Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day food service operations at the Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre. This role includes planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and evaluating all aspects of the operation, while providing strong leadership and guidance to a team of food service associates.

Every day, we're finding new ways to positively impact your industry. Our portfolio of brands was specifically developed to address the needs of your guests and your organization.

Aramark’s services focus on enhancing productivity, creating an engaging environment, and promoting healthy living.

Business and Government - Aramark

Job Responsibilities

Ensure the smooth day-to-day operation, with flexibility to support front-line duties as needed for hotel guest meals, meetings and public catering functions such as weddings, conferences, etc.

Manage and direct a unionized team of up to 6 cooks and dishwashers

Implements and lead compliance on all Aramark operating standards, legislated standards, including company policies and procedures, Health and Safety Standards and Safe Food Handling

Develop operational forecasts for each period and analyze variances in costs and operational activities

Overseeing staff scheduling, monitor daily labour metrics

Manage inventory controls, including food, labour and direct costs

Support monthly inventory processes and reporting

Ensure delivery of high quality, courteous service to all customers

Collaborate with the team on recruitment, staffing, labour management, progressive discipline and training and HR policy administration

Assist in disciplinary action alongside the Executive Chef and Human Resources

Develops and motivates staff to attain proper standards of performance

Monitor equipment repair and maintenance

Qualifications

Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a comparable role within a fast-paced food service environment

A culinary degree or diploma is preferred

Experience managing in a unionized environment is an asset

Proficient in computerized systems, including spreadsheet and word processing applications.

Self-motivated with strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management abilities

Demonstrates a positive attitude with a strong customer service orientation

Flexible and available to work evenings and weekends as required

Effective verbal and written communication skills

What We Offer

Extended benefits including health, dental and vision from the first day of employment

Aramark Canada’s Defined Contribution Pension Plan from the first day of employment

Three (3) week’s annual paid vacation + 3 personal days

Employee Recognition Program including Service Awards

Diverse and inclusive workforce

Aramark Scholarship Program for dependents of full- time employees

About Aramark

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

The pay range for this position is $52,000.00 - $58,000.00.