Kitchen Manager/Cook

Job description

WESTERN FAIR DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION- Sports Centre Kitchen Manager- Food and Beverage

Department: Agri-Food, Food and Beverage

Position Type: Salaried Full Time

About food and beverage at the Western Fair District:

The Western Fair District is evolving its Food & Beverage program in a big way. As an agricultural society, we are going back to our roots and are focusing on fresh, local, seasonal cuisine. This is your chance to be part of something big.

We’re looking to re-invent our food & beverage outlets, open new concepts and create unique, genuine experiences for our guests through the lens of hospitality.

We are in the infancy of our evolution, and we are looking for strong, experienced, talented leaders to be part of that evolution. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious creative individual to help create unique dining destinations and unmatched hospitality experiences.

The Western Fair District is home to hundreds of food and beverage events each year. From Friday night at the races, and a local-focused farmer’s market cafe, to our annual Western Fair & Midway and a Four-Rink Sports Centre hosting international events, we do it all and we’re focused on doing even more.

Description:

Reporting directly to the Food and Beverage Business Manager, your primary goal will be running the day-to-day operation of the Sports Centre Kitchen, as well as supporting all food outlets throughout the District as needed. You will plan menus, develop recipes, manage food costs and inventory using Optimum Control, set goals, train staff, develop strategies and work the line to deliver exceptional food in line with our philosophy. You will directly oversee the Sports Centre kitchen staff, and play a very important role hiring, training, and onboarding hourly staff. You will set the tone and lead by example to build and support a work-culture that values positivity, accountability, hard work, trust, fellowship, and results.

Accountabilities:

1. Manage the day-to-day operations of the Sports Centre Kitchen
2. Manage Food Cost and Inventory
3. Ordering of all food and food-related supplies
4. Menu development, recipes, and portion control
5. Dealing with suppliers
6. Support with the overall direction and development of the Food program across the district
7. Overseeing the development and proper use of daily opening / closing checklists
8. Maintain equipment and sanitation standards
9. Manage hourly BOH staff for Sports Centre
10. Development of BOH hourly staff, including recruiting, on-boarding, portion and quality control, and ongoing training
11. Overseeing / approving kitchen schedule
12. Manages and champions quality and hospitality standards
13. Support BOH, FOH and OPS systems, standards, expectations, and processes across the district.
14. Develop, implement, and enforce Food specific policies and standards
15. Model WFD mission, vision, values

How is Success Defined in this role:

1. Positive retention rates
2. Exceptional consistent food quality and presentation
3. Growth in food sales segments
4. Positive results pertaining to cleanliness, systems & standards, and attention to detail
5. Cost controls and sales growth within Food and Beverage

Where you shine:

1. You are Passionate about food, service, and people
2. You are a team-oriented leader with a focus on Harmony.
3. You are Imaginative, and Creative.
4. You believe in taking Ownership of your work.
5. You believe in creating a Caring environment.
6. You are Courageous in your ability to self-reflect, develop, and grow as a member of a committed team.

Skills and Qualifications:

1. 3+ years in a kitchen management in a multi-unit Food Service environment
2. Food Handler and Smart Serve Certifications
3. Able to respond quickly and make decisions in dynamic and changing circumstances
4. Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Working Conditions:

1. Ability to lift items weighing up to 50lbs
2. Ability to work on foot for extended periods of time, standing and walking
3. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, along with overtime as required

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.

Western Fair District is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Western Fair District provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, human resources will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent