Title:  Chef Manager - Government Building

Job Description

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.  

Aramark is recruiting a Chef Manager for a government building in Ottawa.  This is a Monday – Friday day shift, providing for an excellent work-life balance!

The Chef Manager oversees the day-to-day operations for the culinary and retail outlets. This involves planning, organizing, directing, ordering, inventory, daily specials, execution and evaluating the operation and managing staff.
 

Job Responsibilities

•    Oversee and manage aspects of the culinary operation and provide hands on culinary support 
•    Ensure quality, courteous service is provided to all customers
•    Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
•    Responsible for inventory controls, food, labor, direct costs, and monitoring revenues
•    Assist in staff training and onboarding
•    Oversee the requisition and purchase all food products
•    Menu development and planning
•    Preparation of budgets and maintaining food costs and other records
•    Monitor compliance and ensure proper documentation of Food Safety, Food Production, and Health & Safety standards in accordance with company, provincial, and federal regulations
•    Maintain tracking system (PRIMA) for all Food Safety and Food Production documentation in accordance with company, provincial, and federal regulations
•    Oversees progressive disciplinary, employee relations, hiring, performance review
•    Supervise and coordinate catering functions and special events for internal and external clients/groups
•    Ensures adherence to each of Aramark's policies and procedures

Qualifications

•    Diploma in Culinary, Food and Beverage Management or equivalent work experience
•    Must be a Canadian Citizen and resided in Canada for a minimum of 10 years 
•    Minimum 4 year’s experience in Culinary Supervisory position
•    Fluent in various international cuisine cooking
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
•    Effective communication skills, bilingualism considered an asset
•    Ability to analyze and interpret financials
•    Strong organization skills
•    Ability to multi-task
•    Must pass a criminal Background Check and a Federal Government Security Clearance