Executive Chef

Beacon Heights Retirement Residence is looking for a unique, passionate person to join our team in the very vital role of Executive Chef at our luxury retirement residence in Ottawa.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 membersAssists 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.About you:You have your Red Seal Certification and hold a diploma in Food and Beverage Management/Hospitality.You work well in a fast paced environment and have exceptional time management skillsYou have at least 5 years of leadership experience in the role of Executive Chef.You are budget savvy, have extensive knowledge with respect to all legislation, computer knowledge, and are solutionist.You love what you do, both a leader and as a hands on Chef. You enjoy coaching and mentoring your staff.You have experience in menu planning and take pride in preparing a variety of meals that are delicious and nutritious.You are able to work flexible hours, as might sometimes be required to support the team.You have received at least 2 doses of a Health Canada approved Covid-19 vaccine.If this is you, we would love to meet you!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.