Job Description

Jardins Belle Rive is seeking a

Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

to lead our kitchen team. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality, nutritious meals are prepared and served on time to residents and guests, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and organization.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals for residents and guests, ensuring all dietary needs and preferences are met. Ensure residents are satisfied with food quality, presentation, and service. Adapt menus and recipes to meet residents' dietary restrictions or preferences as needed. Collaborate with the

Director of Care

to ensure nutritional content and menu compliance. Order and receive food and supplies using

online ordering portals

; maintain accurate inventory and cost control records. Train, supervise, and schedule kitchen staff. Prepare and present meals for

special events and catering services

. Provide catering for

hall rental clients

, including the ability to

calculate food costs

and

determine pricing per person or per meal

based on menu selections. Maintain safe, clean, and sanitary food preparation areas in compliance with health and safety standards. Apply and follow HACCP principles and food safety guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills

Previous experience in a volume food preparation environment (retirement, healthcare, or hospitality preferred). Red Seal or equivalent professional Cook qualification (preferred). Food Safety Certificates I and II (asset). First Aid Certification (asset). Knowledge of special diets and senior nutrition. Experience using

computer-based ordering systems or supplier portals

. Strong understanding of

food costing, portion control, and menu pricing

. Excellent organizational and communication skills with a customer-service focus. High standard of hygiene, cleanliness, and professionalism. Availability to work

days and weekends

.
If you are passionate about great food, teamwork, and making a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Extended health care Flexible schedule On-site parking
Experience:

cooking: 2 years (required)
Language:

French (required)
Licence/Certification:

Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person