Executive Chef

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Imagine creating a place where tomorrow’s leaders, big thinkers, and dreamers gather. Join us and know that you make it possible for others to learn, grow, and discover. Because of what we do, students and faculty share so much more than a meal. And that’s why this is so much more than a job.

Why work with Chartwells? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We cater to Generation Z on college campuses and upcoming K-12 generations. We offer dining programs and solutions that fit the unique needs of today’s students. Join our commitment to providing responsible, healthy-eating solutions.

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Job Summary
How you will make an impact:
You will be responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.

As a Chef, you will:

Direct and supervise all aspects of food production and services
Be accountable for menu planning, staffing, scheduling, client, and customer relationship building
Develop positive client relationships and ensure overall client satisfaction with service and menu options are achieved.
Take responsibility for daily operations, such as preparation, cooking, presentation and administration of feeding students and staff
Oversee all food, labour, and overhead costs
Be responsible for occasional catering events
Perform administrative duties that include completion of weekly purchase summaries, scheduling associates for events, inventory controls, and daily production meetings and records
Ensure strict compliance with the Compass Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations

About you:

Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies
Three years of kitchen management experience, preferably in a University or College environment
Creative ability to apply trendy food items and presentations to operations
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Able to work in a fast-paced environment, paying attention to accuracy and detail
Willingness to accommodate a flexible work schedule (including weekends)
Capable of performing administrative duties
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Red Seal Certificate and experience working in Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) preferred

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.


For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact PeopleHub@compass-canada.com for further information. Read more