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Associate Director - Decision Science
AstraZeneca
Mississauga, ON · Canada - Mississauga
Full-time
…elevate commercial strategy, and improve outcomes for people living with rare diseases? In this role, you will turn sophisticated, de-identified healthcare data into decisions that sharpen…
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Senior Specialist, National Sales Enablement
IG Wealth Management
ON · Ontario, Canada
Full-time
Provide on-the-ground support for National Sales leadership, including meeting guests, coordinating executive meetings and supporting other in-office needs.
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Director, Advocacy for Indigenous Women
Downtown Eastside Women s Centre
Vancouver, BC
$103,721 to $120,192.8 CAD / year
Full-time
The Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC) exists to support and empower women and children, living in extreme poverty in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, who are particularly…
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Full Time Recreation Therapist
Cogir Senior Living
Calgary, AB · McKenzie Towne Retirement
Full-time
To escalate resident or family complaints to the Executive Director if beyond the scope of Active Living Manager;
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Sous Chef
Cogir Senior Living
BC · Hollyburn House
Full-time
Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.
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Full Time Recreation Therapist
COGIR Real Estate
Calgary, AB
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To escalate resident or family complaints to the Executive Director if beyond the scope of Active Living Manager;
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Director, Engineering Performance & AI Metrics
Canadian Tire Corporation
Toronto, ON
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…Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health…
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DIRECTOR - TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE & OPERATIONS - HYBRID
Green Shield Canada
Windsor, ON
The Director, Infrastructure & Operations is accountable for the foundational platforms that support GreenShield's business and customer-facing services. The role provides strategic…
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Administrative Assistant
Royal Bank of Canada
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
…Family Office Services (VP of Will and Estate Consultants, Director Will & Estate Planning , VP of Financial Planning Western Region, and Senior Director, Retirement…
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Administrative Assistant
RBC
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
…Family Office Services (VP of Will and Estate Consultants, Director Will & Estate Planning , VP of Financial Planning Western Region, and Senior Director, Retirement…
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Director, Digital Security Credential & Data Intelligence
RBC
Toronto, ON · Montreal, QC
Full-time
As Director, Digital Security Credential & Data Intelligence, you will own the credential lifecycle for RBC's digital clients (creation, recovery, rotation, retirement), plus the…
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Director, Digital Security Credential & Data Intelligence- EN
RBC
Montreal, QC
Full-time
As Director, Digital Security Credential & Data Intelligence, you will own the credential lifecycle for RBC's digital clients (creation, recovery, rotation, retirement), plus the…
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Active Living Aide - Part Time
COGIR Real Estate
Ottawa, ON
Part-time
Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;
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Sous Chef
COGIR Real Estate
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.
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Director, Digital Security Credential & Data Intelligence
Royal Bank of Canada
Montreal, QC
Full-time
As Director, Digital Security Credential & Data Intelligence, you will own the credential lifecycle for RBC's digital clients (creation, recovery, rotation, retirement), plus the…
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Active Living Aide - Part Time
Cogir Senior Living
Ottawa, ON · Prince of Wales
Part-time
Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;
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Active Living Aide - Full Time
COGIR Real Estate
Ottawa, ON
Full-time
Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;
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Active Living Aide - Part Time
COGIR Real Estate
Ottawa, ON
Part-time
Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;
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Active Living Aide - Part Time
Cogir Senior Living
Ottawa, ON · Valley Stream
Part-time
Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;
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Active Living Aide - Full Time
Cogir Senior Living
Ottawa, ON · Valley Stream
Full-time
Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;
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Kitchen Utility Worker
Atria Retirement Canada - Victorian
Colwood, BC
Full-time
Work closely with the Director of Culinary Services and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
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Executive Director- Retirement Operations
COGIR Real Estate
Surrey, BC
Full-time
Seeking an Executive Director with strong operations leadership experience in hospitality. You'll oversee general management of our retirement residence, delivering a superior "More Living"…
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Executive Director- Retirement Operations
Cogir Senior Living
Surrey, BC · Fleetwood Villa
Full-time
Seeking an Executive Director with strong operations leadership experience in hospitality. You'll oversee general management of our retirement residence, delivering a superior "More Living"…
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Manager, Finance
WP Osborne Executive Search Inc.
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
Full-time
Starlight Investments, in conjunction with WP Osborne Executive Search, is seeking a Manager, Finance, to join its Portfolio Finance team.
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Investment Analyst, Stewardship, Publications
Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment
Saint-Paul, NB · St.-Paul, NB
Full-time
Telework Eligible: Yes, with weekly anchor days required. This is subject to change at the discretion of the SBI Executive Director.

VIVA Retirement Communities

Executive Chef

Oakville, ON, Canada

Pay: Annual Salary: $67 - $72K
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 3-5 years of Kitchen/Culinary Management experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 22, 2026

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Original job description

Would you like to fill the time with fulfilling work for Seniors?

Join a company that believes in Making Today Great!

Work for a Premier Retirement Community and employer in Oakville

Be a part of a team that shares a passion for making a positive impact and see why we are Happier Here™!

Enjoy competitive salary and health benefits, team meals, vacation, sick pay and more!

You.

You have a passion to raise the bar in the retirement industry. You’re an energetic, motivated leader who inspires others to deliver the highest standards of performance, hospitality, and customer service. You thrive in a fast-paced culinary environment and bring creativity, innovation, and strong people leadership to everything you do. If service, excellence, and making a real difference in people’s lives are important to you - we’d love to hear from you.

Us.

What do you get when a team of experienced industry professionals combine their passion and decide it is time to raise the bar in the retirement living industry? You get V!VA Retirement Communities. At V!VA, we aren’t about grand statements or lofty ideals. We are a group of Canadians committed to bringing the right mix of people together to inspire each other and deliver the highest standards of customer service and performance in the retirement industry. At V!VA we put people first. We are looking for just the right person who shares V!VA’s mission - Making Today Great!

The Career.

As the Executive Chef, you will assume full responsibility for kitchen operations - overseeing your culinary team and directing the preparation of all meals within the Community. Reporting to the Community Director, you will be empowered to manage all aspects of the kitchen while continuously improving the dining experience, quality standards, and team environment.

You will play a key role in delivering the V!VAlicious Program and ensuring meals are delicious, nutritious, and consistently exceptional for our Community Members.

Key Responsibilities

Commit to and implement the key components of the V!VAlicious program
Select and develop recipes to attract and satisfy potential and existing Community Members
Manage kitchen within budget allowance for both expense and labour; actively participate in the annual budget process and reconcile monthly explaining all variances
Create 5 week menu plans that incorporate the Canada’s Food Guide
Work closely with the Culinary Services Manager to deliver superior service to the Community Members
Assists in Team Member supervision, optimizing individual and team performance through effective leadership, mentoring, and direction
Actively participate in the Orange Dot Program by living the V!VA values and acknowledging others for doing the same
Establish food presentation techniques and quality standards
Standardize production of recipes to ensure consistent quality; also adjust or adapt recipes to accommodate specific dietary needs, whenever possible
Adhere to all proper handling, labeling, and storage protocols for all foods
Properly maintain documentation of all temperature charts and records
Ensure proper equipment maintenance and operations; and
Maintain impeccable personal hygiene as well as high work, health and safety standards

Qualifications

3-5 years of Kitchen/Culinary Management experience
Preferred experience in the Health Field or Retirement Home Industry.
Red Seal Certification required
Kitchen management and protocols experience a definite asset.
Must have experience with operating multiple kitchens/serveries
Previous experience with control food cost, menu development, and development of culinary team required
Must be innovative and creative in menu ideas for adult population
Strong customer orientation to older adults
Ability to identify problems and resolve them quickly and efficiently
Must possess solid leadership and communication skills
Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy
Able to bend, stretch, sit and stand for long periods.
Able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
Ability to work flexible hours and some weekends.

V!VA Retirement Communities welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Successful applicants will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada for the next 6 months.

V!VA Retirement works and operates in the vulnerable sector and the well-being of our community members and team members is important. For this reason, V!VA Retirement Communities requires that all new Team Members are vaccinated for COVID-19.

Accommodation, including for those who cannot be vaccinated for COVID-19 due to religious or medical reasons, will be provided in accordance with V!VA Retirement’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, as amended from time to time, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as amended from time to time.

Additional Information

Annual Salary: $67 - $72K
We use AI tools in screening applications
Vacancy Status: New Role

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Responsibilities

The Executive Chef assumes full responsibility for kitchen operations, including managing the culinary team and directing meal preparation. Key duties involve implementing the V!VAlicious program, managing budgets, and creating nutritious 5-week menu plans.

Requirements

Candidates must have 3-5 years of culinary management experience and hold a Red Seal Certification. The role requires strong leadership skills, experience in food cost control, and the ability to meet the physical demands of a fast-paced kitchen.

Skills

Culinary Management
Kitchen Operations
Menu Development
Budget Management
Team Leadership
Food Safety
Recipe Standardization
Staff Supervision
Food Cost Control
Customer Service
Red Seal Certification
Dietary Planning
Inventory Management
Health and Safety Compliance

Benefits

Competitive salary
Health benefits
Team meals
Vacation
Sick pay

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Keywords

Red Seal Certification
Culinary Management
Menu Development
Food Cost Control
Kitchen Operations
Budgeting
Food Safety
Dietary Needs
Hospitality
Retirement Living
Leadership
Canada's Food Guide
Food Presentation
Health and Safety

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