Catering Chef - Business Dining

Toronto, ON
$58,000-68,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

27 days ago

Job DescriptionAramark is recruiting a Catering Chef to manage our Conference, Meeting and Events Catering in a corporate business dining setting in downtown Toronto. The Catering Chef oversees all culinary operations for corporate catering such as executive meetings, client events, and employee functions. This role ensures consistent, high-quality menu execution and exceptional guest experience. Working closely with the Executive Chef and Catering Manager, the Catering Chef develops and delivers innovative, upscale, and cost-effective catering solutions within a business dining environment.Every day, we're finding new ways to positively impact your industry. Our portfolio of brands was specifically developed to address the needs of your guests and your organization. Aramark's services focus on enhancing productivity, creating an engaging environment, and promoting healthy living.Job Responsibilities

Develops and executes customized catering menus for diverse corporate events and executive functions
Ensures high-level culinary production through precise flavour profiling, presentation standards, and portion control
Leads, trains and directs kitchen staff to optimize workflow, productivity, and event execution quality
Enforces strict food safety, sanitation and HACCP protocols across all prep, cooking, holding and storage areas
Manages procurement, inventory levels, and cost controls to meet financial targets and reduce waste
Collaborates with the Executive Chef and cross-functional catering, events and service teams to ensure seamless operational execution
Modifies menus and production processes to meet dietary restrictions, allergen requirements and client-specific needs
Conducts client tastings and supports menu planning and event customization to ensure stakeholder satisfaction
Upholds Aramark's standard food program, ensuring product quality, consistency and brand integrity
Ensures full compliance with Aramark SAFE standards, Quality Assurance protocols, and all occupational and environmental safety regulations
Adheres to all applicable corporate policies, including safety, health and regulatory compliance

At Aramark developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change, or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.Qualifications

Minimum 5 years culinary experience in including upscale fine dining and recipe creation
Previous kitchen management is required
Culinary diploma or degree is required; Red Seal Certification is preferred
Experience with menu construction, culinary trends, chef training, coaching and development
Proven ability to develop menu offerings for day-to-day offerings and executive catered events
Experience scheduling staff, managing inventory, food and labour costs, and wastage
Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills are required

What We Offer

Extended benefits including health, dental and vision from the first day of employment
Aramark Canada's Defined Contribution Pension Plan from the first day of employment
Three (3) week's annual paid vacation + 3 personal days
Employee Recognition Program including Service Awards
Diverse and inclusive workforce
Aramark Scholarship Program for dependents of full- time employees

About AramarkAt Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.The pay range for this position is $58,000.00 - $68,000.00.Accommodation StatementAccommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.

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