As a Production Chef, you will be responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Take responsibility for daily operations, such as preparation, cooking, presentation and services periods
Be responsible for occasional catering events
Ensure all health and safety policies are followed
Perform administrative duties that include completion of weekly purchase summaries, scheduling associates for events, inventory
Direct and supervise all aspects of food production and services
Coordinate and prepare a large volume of meals daily following several different menus and concepts
Ensure appropriate portions and presentation
Plan production, delegate tasks and manage kitchen staff
Control and recycle surplus production
Assist with assessment of food requirements according to the menu and inventory, ordering the necessary commodities according to operational standards
Complete production sheets and/or register
Control the quality of commodities as soon as they arrive and rotate the stock
Place orders
Adhere to the budget
Ensure compliance with hygiene, sanitation and safety standards
Assist with service provision as needed
Qualifications 3 years of foodservice or related management experience in high volume,



food production environment
Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies
Red Seal Certificate and experience working in Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) preferred
Food Safe Certification
Advanced Food Safe or Red Seal certification is an asset
Creative ability to apply trendy food items and presentations to operations
Able to work in a rapid-paced workplace, paying attention to accuracy and detail
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Excellent leadership and organizational skills
Solid knowledge of hygiene and occupational health and safety standards
Customer service oriented and strong communication skills
Capable of performing administrative duties
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Willingness to accommodate a flexible work schedule (including weekends)
Position Requirements Valid full driver’s license with a clean record
Pass a Drug & Alcohol Test
Pass a Criminal Record Check
Shift: 10hr/Day
Rotation: 20 Days on/ 10 Days off
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📌 Production Chef, Full Time (Ontario)
🏢 Compass Group Canada
📍 Ontario