Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Executive Chef to lead our Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Airport West culinary team and elevate our dining experience. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, from food preparation and cooking to team management and food safety compliance for both Restaurant & Banquets. Your leadership will inspire creativity, uphold high standards of quality, and ensure exceptional service for our guests. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned culinary professional eager to make a lasting impact in a vibrant hospitality setting.

Essential Job Functions

· Establish Kitchen operating standards consistent with the operations objectives for Cannery and Banquets.

· Develop standard recipes card and Cannery recipes for preparation and presentation standards and Costing

· Develop and/or oversee menu selections for Restaurant and Banquets

· Food Cost; Purchase and to order food items and keep food cost at approved range

· Maintain an organized and efficient flow of production, with regards to changes in forecasts and menus

· Responsible for inventories and to enable team members to successfully prepare menu items

· Continually monitor food and labor costs and ensure that food and labor costs are within the goals established

· Maintain control of the Standards of Purchasing and Receiving items

· Challenges and encourages creativity with team members

· Ensure that the Kitchen is maintained in a clean and orderly manner and all working equipment is maintained in working condition





· Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions

- Manage customer relations
- Maintain Hilton/ Cannery Brand Standards
- Support Brand standards through training and assessment of the Team
- Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
- Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation
- Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues
- Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Ability to perform multi-task and meet deadlines
- Strong supervisory skills
- Positive attitude
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work on own or in teams
- Previous kitchen experience at least with 4 yrs. in a similar role of an Executive Chef
- Managing union work environment
- Passion for producing high quality food
- Knowledge of current food trends
- Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Join us as an Executive Chef where your culinary talent will shine! Bring your passion for food, leadership skills, and innovative spirit to create memorable dining experiences that keep guests coming back. We’re committed to supporting your growth as you lead our culinary journey forward!

Pay: $54,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Executive Chef (Canada)
🏢 Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Airport West
📍 Canada