Title:  Chef Manager - Business Dining

Job Description

We know that a Chef’s job isn’t only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We’re looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer service and food experiences in our client’s Cafeteria.  With a strong focus on on-site Catering, you will have the opportunity to showcase your own unique culinary flair by recommending menu items and themes! 

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll take a hands-on approach in focusing on team development, culinary expertise, safety protocol, and client relations. Our Chef Manager will also play a key role in helping us meet budget requirements and execute company-delivered programs. 
  
Just like you, we’re passionate about everything we do, and we’ll make sure you have the right growth opportunities to reach the peak of your career. 

What We Offer

•    This is a Monday – Friday DAY Shift with no evening or weekend shifts! 
•    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

Job Responsibilities

•    Responsible for culinary operations in an office building cafeteria and station setting
•    Manage and direct a team of five (5) staff that includes cooks and Front Of House
•    Regular client meetings to present and discuss catering menu options and themes
•    Select and develop recipes and standardize production recipes for consistent quality
•    Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food accordingly and on budget
•    Execute the launch of Marketing initiatives and proprietary Aramark brand concepts
•    Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus 
•    Responsible for scheduling, inventory, ordering; meet with food and labour cost targets
•    Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation  

Qualifications

•    Minimum 3-5 years culinary experience in a commercial or corporate setting preferred
•    Post-secondary degree or diploma in culinary or hospitality is preferred
•    1-2 years’ management or supervisory experience
•    Advanced culinary experience to present creativity in menu and catering offerings
•    Ability to follow recipes, portion-control, maintain quality and freshness throughout the service
•    Some technical ability preferred to troubleshoot POS and Micro-Market dispensary
•    Effective communication to maintain positive working relationships with customers and staff
•    Organization, multi-tasking, and the ability to manage shifting priorities in a busy setting  

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. 

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About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.