Executive Chef

Description

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Join Our Team as an Executive Chef at Valleywood Retirement Resort!

We are thrilled to introduce Regency Valleywood Retirement Resort, a brand-new building located in beautiful Kelowna in the heart of Glenmore! This fresh new community setting provides a welcoming, dynamic environment that makes it an exciting place to work, live, and thrive. Be a part of this incredible opportunity to grow with us and contribute to creating a top-tier experience.

Location:

Regency Retirement Resorts have 8 locations in the Okanagan, including Vernon, Penticton, West Kelowna, and Kelowna. This position is on site at the new location in Glenmore within Kelowna.

Job Description:
Under the direction of the General Manager, the Executive Chef will exhibit their culinary talents in creating menus and delivering high quality dishes that meet the philosophy and standards of Regency Retirement Resort. Being mindful of residents that have food allergies or intolerances, you will lead the Food Services Department to operate in an effective, efficient, and safe manner while creating a memorable dining experience for our residents.

This role involves setting a high standard for conduct, grooming, and appearance for all staff, while ensuring food service delivery aligns with the Regency lifestyle's quality standards.

Responsibilities include developing unique, budget-conscious seasonal menus that respect the residents' diverse social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and collaborating with the General Manager in hiring, coaching, and evaluating Food Service employees.

The position requires participation in management meetings, overseeing food services for special events, and supervising all aspects of food preparation, service, procurement, and sanitation.

Additional tasks include purchasing supplies within budget, maintaining regulatory standards for storage, safety, and infection control, developing departmental goals and policies, managing the budget, and implementing documentation systems.

Fostering a positive team environment, assisting with new employee orientation, respecting resident confidentiality, and performing other related duties as needed are also key components of the role.

Top Perks and Benefits:

• A Strong Benefits Package
• Movement within Regency Retirement Resorts and within Cogir Real Estate (Parent Company with over 370 properties in North America)
• Free Meals at the Resorts
• Learning and Training Opportunities
• Laptop Computer may or may not be provided, however a desktop computer will be provided.
• Work Hours are primarily Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday, but flexibility is required based on need (Evenings and Weekends in addition to daytime)
• Number of Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week

Now that you know a bit about the role and our perks and benefits, we are eager to learn more about your skills and experience. Here is what we look for.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate from a recognized cooks training program, have completed an apprenticeship program and received their Red Seal or certificate from a recognized training program.
• Applicant must possess a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a chef in the hospitality industry.
• Certificate in Serving it Right & WHMIS
• Food Safe Level II, renewable every four years.

Skills for Success:

• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must have the ability to be tactful, friendly, and extremely patient when dealing with residents. Must be courteous and friendly to visitors and work in a cooperative manner with fellow workers.
• Able to plan, organize and direct people and functions.
• Mentally and physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Salary:

Between $65,000-$75,000.

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.