Executive Chef
- ON, Canada
- Etobicoke, ON, M9A 0E3, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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About the Opportunity
Location: Etobicoke, Ontario
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: $75,000 annually
Schedule: Rotational
Stellar Personnel is seeking an experienced Executive Chef for a permanent, full-time leadership opportunity within a senior living and care environment in Etobicoke, Ontario.
This role is ideal for a culinary professional with strong leadership skills, experience in high-volume food preparation, and a commitment to providing high-quality dining experiences while meeting residents’ dietary and nutritional needs. How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply through Stellar Personnel. Our recruitment team will review applications and contact qualified candidates regarding the next steps in the selection process.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Lead, develop, and support the culinary team to ensure efficient kitchen operations and consistent food quality.
Oversee daily food service operations and ensure appropriate service standards are maintained.
Coordinate catering services for internal and external events.
Contribute to menu planning and development.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to accommodate therapeutic diets and dietary modifications based on residents’ medical needs.
Promote a safe, professional, and collaborative kitchen environment.
Qualifications and Requirements
Red Seal Journeyman certification.
Current, recognized Advanced Food Safety certification.
Minimum of 5–7 years of experience as a chef.
At least 2 years of leadership experience in food services.
Experience with high-volume food preparation in hospitality, senior living, or long-term care.
Ability to lead a culinary team and maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and service.
Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check and, where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check.
Assets:
Previous food service management experience.
Training or coursework related to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care.
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Annual salary of CA$75,000
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits.
Employee and Family Assistance Program.
Life, travel, and other insurance coverage.
Employer-matched retirement savings program.
Paid vacation accrual.
Free onsite parking.
Access to employee discounts, professional development, and continuing education opportunities.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Executive Chef will lead and develop the culinary team to ensure efficient kitchen operations and consistent food quality. They are responsible for overseeing daily food service, coordinating catering events, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to meet residents' dietary needs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Red Seal Journeyman certification and an Advanced Food Safety certification. A minimum of 5–7 years of culinary experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role, is required.
Skills
- Culinary leadership
- High-volume food preparation
- Menu planning
- Catering coordination
- Therapeutic diet management
- Food safety
- Kitchen operations management
- Staff development
- Budgeting
- Regulatory compliance
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee and family assistance program
- Life insurance
- Travel insurance
- Paid vacation
- Free onsite parking
- Employee discounts
- Professional development
- Continuing education opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Management & Leadership
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Executive Chef
- Culinary
- Red Seal
- Food Safety
- Senior Living
- Long-term care
- Hospitality
- Kitchen Management
- Catering
- Menu Development
- Therapeutic Diets
- Leadership
- Food Service
- Dementia Care
- Alzheimer's Care