Chef Manager - Toronto, Canada - Fred Victor

Fred Victor

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Job Title:
Chef Manager

Position Type:
Non-Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Contract (6 months)

Number of Positions: 1_ _

Rate:
$62, ,244.50 per year

Vacation:7% Vacation Pay

Benefits:
Dental, Extended Health (100% Employer Paid Premium), float day, paid sick leave for

contracts 6 months and longer

Hours: 37.5 Includes weekends

Supervisor:
Senior Manager, Food Services

Posting Date:
October 30, 2023

Application Deadline:
November 13, 2023_ _

Location: 145 Queen Street and 40 Oak Street, Toronto, ON, M5A 2C6

Why Fred Victor?

For over 125 years, Fred Victor has been a leader in providing place and purpose to people in need in Toronto.

Our
mission is to improve the health, income and housing stability of people experiencing poverty and homelessness.
We are
committed to ending chronic homelessness. This is an ambitious and bold goal but we believe, achievable.

145 Queen Street includes a community hub where people gather and find a range of services geared to their needs

including:
housing, healthy meals, drop-in programs, mental health and justice support, harm reduction supports and
health services. It is a place where people of all ages and backgrounds can access resources, become engaged, advocate
for their own community, and build their lives. 145 Queen Street relies on inter-program collaboration to support the
community around accessing individualized support.

Regent Park Food Hub offers impactful programs for the community to come together to cook, grow, share and
advocate for quality food access. The Regent Park Food Hub includes a Community Meal Program, Food and Culinary
Skills Training and opportunities for community food skills programing.

Fred Victor Centre is currently looking for an experienced and passionate
Chef Manager to oversee the operations in 3

priority areas:

Fred Victor Meal Programs
Our Social Purpose Enterprise - Internal and External Catering
Food production for Warming Centres and Respite Centres

The Chef Manager-is a leadership position that requires demonstrated knowledge and understanding of food
insecurity. The role necessitates an innovative community minded Chef who believes in Fred Victor's mission, vision,
and values. The Chef Manager oversees the daily operations of our Meal Programs, Social Purpose Enterprise, and
Internal/External Catering Program, including the hiring, training, and overseeing of kitchen staff, peers, internships,
volunteers and ensuring a high-quality, cost-effective meals.

Does this sound like work you want to be a part of?
We offer a high-energy, collaborative environment, an opportunity to join a diverse team of caring professionals and
a chance to make a difference. With over 60 programs and services and more than 21 sites, there are lots of
opportunities to grow your career with us. Many members of the management team started in relief and front-line
roles.

What You Will Do:

Works closely with Senior Manager-Food Services and a food services team to deliver standardized meal

- programs that address the effects of food insecurity.

Oversee the preparation and delivery of catered meals to internal/external programs, ensuring they meet

- shelter standards.

Designs new recipes, and plans menus to meet the needs of clients.**
Trains staff to use new recipes, cooking techniques and equipment, and oversees the cooks performing food

- preparation.

Manage a team of kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and providing leadership.
Assist the Senior Community Chef with the coordination of cook's tasks.
Manage inventory, order supplies, maintain equipment and budget.
Work closely with program managers to ensure all meals are nutritious, highquality, and meet dietary needs.
Collaborate with the team on menu planning and meal preparation for large groups.
Ensure compliance with shelter standards and regulations.
Obtain feedback on food and service quality, and address concerns and complaints.
Works with The Senior Manager of Food Services to develop Fred Victor's SPE (Social Purpose Enterprise).
Weekend availability is required.

What You Bring to the Team:

5+ years' experience in kitchen management and catering sales management
Culinary degree and at least five years of experience in kitchen management and large food services team

- environment.

Demonstrated understanding of community development and food justice principles, and an ability to embed

- these principles across Fred Victor's food services unit.

Exceptional leadership skills are required for organizing and coordinating the kitchen and catering team.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Familiarity with shelter standards and experience with menu planning for large groups.
Passion for making a difference and deeply committed to the mission.
Creative, adaptable, and able to problemsolve