WHO ARE WE?

We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

WHAT’S THE JOB?

Under the general supervision of the District Manager and corporate Chef, the project Chef Intern is responsible to manage a team of associates to prepare and serve a healthy and flavourful menu selection across three school cafeteria sites. The Chef Intern will ensure café level success by being a safety leader, developing and delivering creative menu items, ensuring freshness of product and creating appealing presentations.

Your work will include:

• Ensure all labour and chemical resources are used effectively and efficiently
• Use knowledge and understanding of dietary restrictions; allergies, vegan, and vegetarian in meal planning and preparation
• Conduct inventory on a bi-weekly basis
• Planning and developing menus and recipes for the café incorporating nutritious and delicious food options and complying with School Food and Beverage Policy PPM150
• Ensure all required health and safety regulations and procedures are being followed, including relevant provincial and federal legislation and FoodSafe and HACCP standards
• Ensure all staff have participated and passed required training, ensuring applicable knowledge is being transferred and used appropriately
• Provide training and coaching sessions with staff to ensure proper procedures and best practices are being followed, while also helping staff members reach the next stage in their career development

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• You have SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification
• You have at least 5 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
• You have at least 5 years’ experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
• You have knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook)
• You have extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control
• You have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen ie: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests
• You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Enjoy excellent work-life balance 
• Extended health and dental benefits with employer RRSP contributions
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Earn up to $1000 with our employee referral program!

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Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

For the Indigenous Workforce Development Stream. 

This opportunity is proudly supported by Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and is funded through the Indigenous Workforce Development Program. It is a requirement under this program that the selected candidate for this position self-identify as an Indigenous person. Eligibility requirements of the program can be found here: https://nohfc.ca/en/pages/programs/people-talent-program/indigenous-workforce-development-stream

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