Head Chef

Are you a good listener, empathetic, and do you enjoy helping others? Are you looking for meaning in your work, to be proactive while being part of the solution? At Cogir, we need people like you! Join our dynamic team and be part of a community where every action counts. Here, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a stable and rewarding job, making a real difference every day.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Like you, we are passionate about supporting seniors. Do you want a career that allows you to make a difference in the lives of others? A career where you will feel valued, respected, and heard, and where you can reach your full potential? Look no further!

Les Jardins du Couvent, a welcoming seniors' residence, is currently seeking a professional, experienced, and talented chef for a permanent, full-time position. Day and evening shifts, 40 hours per week, variable hours between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., and one weekend out of two.

ROLE AND GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Managing kitchens, employees, inventory, schedules, discipline, and budgets.

Food Services

Assist in maintaining and restoring residents' health by proposing customized and balanced menus

Create tasty menus while respecting the expected level of quality and the allocated budget

Ensure and optimize quality standards in the use of food

Maintaining the cleanliness of equipment and the workspace

Perform meal preparation while supervising and mobilizing staff in the kitchen

Perform other related duties

Plan and cook meals in accordance with the appropriate methods and standards

Take inventory of food products and place orders with suppliers

Take inventory of service materials and while adhering to the budgets, proceed with procurement if necessary

Use work methods consistent with the health and safety rules and cleanliness standards in effect

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum of 3 to 5 years experience

A proffesional studies dimploma (DEP) in institutional cuisine or equivelent

Training certification (MAPAQ)

knowledge of a Maitre D's responsibilities (an asset)

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of senior living residences is a major asset.

BENEFITS:

Salary to be discussed

Free parking

Uniform provided

Free meals

Referral Program

Sick days and time off for family obligations

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation

Human management approach

Challenging opportunities, up to your ambitions!

A welcoming and tight-knit team!

JOB STATUS: Permanent: Full Time JOB SCHEDULE: Day time