The Fort Edmonton Management Company is seeking a key person for our Food Service Operation. The position of Executive Chef for Fort Edmonton Park, reports to the Managing Director of Hospitality. The individual entrusted with this important post is responsible for food sourcing, preparation, and presentation for Johnson’s Café in the Hotel Selkirk, as well as other catered events at our 10 rental revenues and the 4 seasonal fast food outlets in the Park, including the Bakery. Food and beverage service plays a major role in the business development plans for the Park. Candidates for the position of Executive Chef should anticipate a steep growth curve in this unit.
FOOD PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Plans menus for all food outlets in the Park
Approves the requisition of products and other necessary food supplies
Develops standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high quality and to control food costs and portion sizes for all items served, and assists in establishing retail pricing
Cooks and directly supervises the cooking of items that require skilful preparation
Evaluates food products to assure that quality standards are consistently achieved
Background in production planning and controls an asset
Menu engineering with multi-themed concepts and cuisines with a heavy emphasis on regional and historical Canadian Cuisine
Evaluates products to assure that quality, price and related goods are consistently met maintained
Significant previous experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef experience is required
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES
Establishes controls to minimize food and supply waste and theft
Safeguards all food preparation employees by implementing appropriate training with respect to safety, sanitation and accident prevention principles and ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all food service preparation areas at all times
Schedules and coordinates the work of sous chefs, cooks and other kitchen employees to assure that food preparation is efficient, economical, technically correct and within labour cost budgets
Direct experience in banqueting production, goal setting and performance management is required
In conjunction with F&B team, assist in maintaining a high level of service
Develops policies and procedures to enhance and measure food quality
Establishes and maintains a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment
Provides training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff
Interview, onboard, train, develop and supervise a professional work force
Periodically visits dining area when it is open to welcome guests
Support safe work habits and a safe working environment at all times
Proven leadership and restaurant management skills
Ensure all services are provided in a highly professional and efficient manner
Able to model and encourage an energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated approach to work
COLLABORATION
Attends food and beverage staff and management meetings
Consults with the Managing Director of Hospitality and other members of the team about food production aspects of special events
Interacts with the Managing Director of Hospitality to assure that food production consistently exceeds the expectations of guests
Ability to interact positively with management, coworkers, and the public; promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach
Ability to produce a high volume of work in a timely manner, which is accurate, complete, and of high quality
Ensure that work by self and team adheres to the Fort Edmonton Park and City Of Edmonton Code of Business Conduct
Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to come to work regularly and on time, to follow directions, to take corrective criticism, to get along with co-workers and supervisors, and to treat co-workers, supervisors and visitors/guests with respect and courtesy, and to refrain from abusive, insubordinate and/or inappropriate behaviour
BUDGET MANAGEMENT AND MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Prepares necessary data for applicable parts of the budget; projects annual food, labour and other costs and monitors actual financial results; takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that financial goals are met
Ensures proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability
Ability to read and interpret documents such as spreadsheets and accounting documents
Strong organizational and administrative skills
COMPUTER SKILLS
Working knowledge of various food service related computer software programs
Computer literacy required in Word, Excel, Google Suite and Internet usage
Experience with Micros, Opera, Yellow Dog an asset
LANGUAGE ABILITIES
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, committees, suppliers, guests, and employees
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES
Be licensed to drive in the Province of Alberta; employee will be required to arrange their own transportation
Along with suitable culinary education or cooking certification (Red Seal), an Alberta Food & Sanitation Certificate is preferred
Current Standard First Aid and CPR/ AED training is required prior to commencing employment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
In performing the duties of this job, the employee must enjoy very good health with strong back and legs
Employee may be occasionally required to lift and move objects up to 23 kgs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee is usually indoors, in a controlled environment, and experiences a moderate noise level in the work environment
Must be willing to occasionally work outdoors, year round, in all weather conditions
Applicants must be willing to sign a media consent form in accordance with City policy and participate in media events
SALARY AND BENEFITS
This position provides a salary of $60,000 to $75,000 per year. The benefit package includes our Sunlife group benefits of dental, healthcare, long term disability and life insurance
CONTACT INFORMATION
Bill Demchuk, Executive Director
Bill.demchuk@edmonton.ca
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