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Chef Manager

The Chef Manager oversees daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and inventory management. They are also responsible for training staff, ensuring compliance with food safety protocols, and maintaining kitchen equipment.

  • On-site
  • Edmonton, AB
  • Posted Jul 31, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Company Description WHO ARE WE? We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully. Job Description WHAT’S THE JOB? Based at our remote Horizon North camp at Lac De Gras, NWT, the regular shift for this position is 14 days on and 7 days off, with 12-hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site. As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day to day operation of the kitchen; ordering food ingredients and planning menu, including other responsibilities such as assisting with the preparation, serving, and control of cooked and uncooked food, training of staff and ensuring that staff follows prescribed Horizon North Food Safety protocol. This position is safety sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing and a fitness assessment, as a condition of employment. Your work will include: Prepare, present, design, and serve high quality rotational menus Supervise all kitchen staff’s productivity and compliance with Horizon North policies and procedures including health, safety, and quality Lead in the training, developing, and mentoring of employees Ensure all foods are prepared using FOODSAFE and Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) methods, and in accordance with Horizon North safety guidelines Ensure all labour and chemical resources are used effectively and efficiently Serve clients and staff in a personable and professional manner Use knowledge and understanding of dietary restrictions; allergies, vegan, and vegetarian in meal planning and preparation Conduct inventory on a bi-weekly basis Ensure maintenance issues related to any equipment are communicated to the Manager and maintenance personnel as soon as possible WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered. Travel time is paid. Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing! Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader. Follow Horizon North on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Qualifications WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? You’re a Journeyperson or have an interprovincial Red Seal Certificate You have SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification You have at least 10 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry You have at least 10 years’ experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines You have knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook) You have extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control You have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen ie: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests; You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills Additional Information Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request. Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Special needs accommodation is available at all stages of the application process upon request. Compensation: CAD 380 - CAD 400 - daily

What you’ll do

The Chef Manager oversees daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and inventory management. They are also responsible for training staff, ensuring compliance with food safety protocols, and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Journeyperson or Red Seal Certificate and possess at least 10 years of experience in the hospitality or food service industry. Advanced food safety certification and proficiency in kitchen management software are also required.

Benefits

• Extended health benefits • Dental benefits • Paid travel time

Listed skills

  • LeadershipPreferred
  • Food safetyPreferred
  • Microsoft ExcelPreferred
  • Microsoft WordPreferred
  • Inventory managementPreferred
  • Microsoft OutlookPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Menu planning
  • Food safety
  • HACCP
  • Kitchen management
  • Staff training
  • Inventory management
  • Menu costing
  • Recipe implementation
  • Wage control
  • Culinary arts
  • Leadership
  • Dietary restriction management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Outlook
  • Butchering
  • Meal Planning And Preparation
  • Menu Costing
  • Food Safety Certification
  • Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certification
  • Professionalism
  • Red Seal Certification
  • Planning
  • Cooking
  • Food Services
  • Food Safety And Sanitation
  • Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Points (HACCP)
  • Hazard Analysis
  • Listening Skills
  • Mentorship
  • Microsoft Outlook

Job areas

  • Hospitality
  • Food & Beverage
  • Management & Leadership
  • Trades
  • Chef Manager
  • Restaurant / Food Service Manager
  • Restaurant Managers
  • Food Service Managers

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
10+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week