Are you looking for a fulfilling career with the ability to shape a better future for seniors? Then, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

WE OFFER

• Permanent full-time position
• Great employee benefits, pension plan & free EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Stability & a competitive salary that will reflect qualifications & experience
• Work-life balance along with training & development opportunities
• Supportive, community-focused & a fun work environment
• Collaborative company culture & excellent levels of support
• Join a passionate housing management body with presence in 5 locations (Hinton, Jasper, Edson, Grade Cache, Evansburg) and continuous expansion!
• Work with a dedicated & experienced culinary team

Employee Benefits & Perks: Life Insurance, Extended Health Coverage, Dental Coverage, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Plans, Pension Plan, Staff Gifts & Events, Corporate Discounts, Subsidized phone plan, Free meals & Many More!

WHO WE ARE

The Evergreens Foundation is a not-for-profit housing management body proudly supporting independent housing in Alberta. We aim to facilitate quality of life for all of our residents, through our senior and social housing facilities located in Hinton, Jasper, Edson, Grade Cache, and Evansburg.

This position will be permanently based at The Evergreens Foundation Head Office in Hinton, Alberta, which is also known as a ‘Gateway to the Canadian Rockies’ and offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Our office is located only 15 min away from the Jasper National Park East Gates. We are inviting you to relocate to Hinton for an adventurous and enriching lifestyle for you and your family.

To find out more, click here: https://theevergreensfoundation.com/about/

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a Regional Executive Chef who is looking to foster a positive kitchen atmosphere and ensure the Lodges are providing quality food in a cost-effective manner in compliance with applicable regulations. This role directly reports to the foundation's Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Main Duties:

• Develop and implement seasonal menus that meet dietician approval.
• Prior to implementing a new menu, create a recipe book, and meet with kitchen team members at each lodge to review menu and arrange a food tasting session.
• Execute the menu by training kitchen team members on the basic cooking techniques.
• Create special menus for special events in conjunction with management at each lodge.
• Develop weekly inventory order sheets.
• Develop a tracking system for annual food inventory requirements.
• Forecast food and culinary equipment costs, and manage and maintain budget.
• Maintain updated and accurate costing on all dishes.
• Discuss daily, weekly, and monthly food costs with management and COO.
• Identify the developmental needs of kitchen employees and provide coaching, mentoring and helps them improve their knowledge or skills.
• Train, develop and motivate kitchen employees to meet and exceed established food preparation standards on a consistent basis.
• Develop kitchen training manual and training checklists.
• Responsible for creating, maintaining and communicating culinary purchasing guide, and developing relationships with culinary suppliers.
• Responsible for food quality control.
• Ensure industry regulatory and health code standards are being met.
• Ensure policies and procedures in accordance with foundation standards are being met.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly cleaned, maintained and in good working order.
• Direct support to all kitchen team members at each lodge.
• Display exceptional leadership by providing a positive work environment.
• Attend weekly meetings when on site at lodges.
• Interact with residents to obtain feedback on food quality, presentation and service levels.
• Identify any problems that arise in the kitchen and address with management and COO.
• Visit Lodges once per month. May require spending weeks at a time per lodge.
• Travel will be required; company vehicle will be provided.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR/QUALIFICATIONS

• Have 3 to 5 years of culinary and supervisory experience is required.
• Post-secondary diploma or certificate in a culinary-related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of volume food preparation and kitchen management experience.
• Certificed trainer to teach Food Safe is an asset.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Have highly developed time management, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Have excellent computer skills.
• Ability to maintain patient and tactful composure in a fast-paced environment, and when dealing with residents, family members, visitors and fellow employees.
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

HOW TO APPLY

If this sounds like you, Apply Now submitting your resume and cover letter. We'll contact you to arrange an interview.

For any questions or a detailed position description, please contact our friendly HR Team via our website (https://theevergreensfoundation.com/contact/) for a confidential discussion.

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Facebook: @theevergreensfoundation

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• culinary and supervisory: 3 years (required)

Work Location: One location

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