Chef Manager

Job Description

Aramark is recruiting a Chef Manager for our culinary operations at a large manufacturing facility in Oakville, Ontario. The Chef Manager will prepare daily specials, manage the cafeteria hot line, prepare buffet caterings and oversee our micro-market outlets.

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. 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. 

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.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare daily specials and manage the cafeteria services for head office employees
• Prepare catered meals for buffet, delivery or pick up services as required
• Train and manage kitchen staff, coordinate culinary activities 
• Place orders, conduct inventory, schedule staff and source from various vendors
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food 
• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality 
• Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen 

 
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.  

 

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 5 years culinary experience
• Culinary diploma or degree is preferred preferred
• Must have own reliable transportation as there is no public transit available 
• Experience managing in a unionized environment is preferred
• Ability to manage food and labour costs and have a basic understanding of business
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession 

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 planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your 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 $55,000.00 - $65,000.00.