Executive Chef

Job Description

Sturgeon Creek II Retirement Residence is currently hiring an Executive Chef to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering the highest standards of service to our residents of this luxury retirement community. You will embrace the challenge of creating a warm and welcoming environment for all residents.

The Executive Chef will play a key role in defining high quality food and ensuring that it is delivered, with a hands-on approach where required, in a professional, safe and efficient manner, satisfying the needs of the residents and exceeding their expectations.

This role is an exceptional opportunity for a culinary professional who brings a range of culinary knowledge, practical experience, the ability to lead a talented culinary team, and genuine enjoyment for interacting with seniors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Communicates with team members about menu needs, therapeutic diets, events, and other important information.
• Conducts walk-through of kitchen to assess cleanliness, assesses stock and production status; determines production needs, and ingredient supply.
• Ensures proper safety and sanitation procedures are upheld by all team members
• Assists in kitchen hiring, routine written performance appraisals, discipline and terminations.
• Teaches culinary skills and proper technique, trains and supervises team members on all kitchen procedures; teaches and coaches while correcting team members.
• Operates and maintains the working order of all kitchen equipment.
• Meet with residents and families to discuss dietary habits, review suggestions, and resolve any concerns.
• Communicates and maintains a good working relationship with all departments.

What We Are Looking For:

• Red Seal certification
• Minimum of three (3) years of Culinary Management experience.
• Strong knowledge and attention to detail on kitchen operations, with ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
• Previous experience in a healthcare, retirement residence, or similar setting is an asset.
• Demonstrates exceptional energy and stamina; upholds the highest quality standards for food, service management and kitchen operations.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, as might sometimes be required.

If interested, please submit your resume for review.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected to proceed in the selection process will be contacted.

We are committed to providing accommodation in the recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, upon request. The accommodation provided will take into account the applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process or in order to successfully submit your application, please contact us.