Chef

GEF Seniors Housing is the largest provider of affordable supportive living residences for low to moderate income seniors in Alberta. As a leading provider of safe, affordable, quality accommodations, we offer competitive salaries & excellent working conditions for our team of employees, and the opportunity to positively contribute to our clients’ quality of life.

Details: Full Time, Days, 37.50 hours per week, 9:30AM to 5:30PM, 3 week rotational schedule

Pay Scale: $31.03 - $40.71 per hour

Location: At any of our GEF lodge locations.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee kitchen and dining room operations, including supervision, training, and coaching of staff.
• Plan balanced menus, ensuring compliance with the Canada Food Guide, and Order groceries and kitchen-related purchases within a set budget.
• Assist in planning special events and cooking main meals
• Perform administrative duties, including performance evaluations, scheduling, submitting timesheets, invoice approval, and monthly inventory management.
• Contribute to health and safety program administration, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Foster positive dining experiences by gathering feedback from residents and implementing improvements to food offerings.
• Oversee food supplies, equipment, and inventory management, ensuring proper food storage and cost-effective practices.
• Ensure proper meal presentation, portioning, and maintain high quality control standards.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
• Perform other site-specific duties as required to ensure smooth kitchen and dining room operations.

Experience/Education Preferences:

• Alberta recognized Journeyman Certificate in cooking. (Red Seal is required)
• Minimum of 5 years of Experience in a supervisory culinary role is required.
• Food Safe Certification required.
• Knowledge of food production, quality control, and inventory management systems.
• Experience in a commercial kitchen environment and with seniors preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems.

Other Requirements: 

• Strong customer service skills, including respectful interaction with residents, families, staff, and contractors.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and work under pressure.
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays as needed.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., perform repetitive motion tasks, and stand/walk for extended periods.

Internal applicants: Please advise your supervisor or manager of your intent to apply.

This job competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal records check.