Executive Chef

Full-Time

Who this job will appeal to

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites in London, Ontario. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a passion for cooking and managing kitchen operations. You will be responsible for overseeing kitchen staff, maintaining food and labour costs, ensuring the proper maintenance of kitchen equipment, and upholding the highest culinary standards. This position requires a leader who can stay calm under pressure, lead by example, and work alongside the team, whether cooking or assisting in other daily operations.

What you will be doing

Cost Control & Budgeting: Maintain and monitor food and labour costs to ensure profitability while maintaining high standards of quality.

• Kitchen Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance of kitchen equipment, ensuring routine service and maintenance schedules are followed for all equipment, particularly Rational and Lainox combi-ovens.

• Hands-On Leadership: Actively lead in the kitchen by cooking, guiding team members, and stepping in when and where needed. Foster a collaborative and positive kitchen environment.

• Lead by Example: Demonstrate professionalism, a strong work ethic, and a consistent commitment to quality. Set the tone for the team by remaining calm and composed under pressure—no hot heads allowed.

• Ordering & Inventory Management: Oversee the ordering of food and supplies, ensuring the kitchen is well-stocked and all items meet our quality standards.

• Collaboration with Management: Work closely with the General Manager, hotel owner, and other department heads to ensure the smooth operation of the hotel’s culinary offerings.

• Coordinate Special Events: Take the lead in coordinating holiday brunches and other special events, ensuring that all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service exceed guest expectations.

• Human Resources: Ensure proper HR practices are followed, including recruiting, training, and the development of kitchen staff. Provide ongoing support and feedback to team members, fostering their growth and success in the kitchen.

• Coordinate with Catering, Sales, and Restaurant Managers: Ensure smooth communication and coordination with other departments to support hotel events, conferences, and daily restaurant operations.

• Development and costing of catering, wedding, restaurant, and special event menus.

The ideal candidate for this position

Must be eligible to work full-time in Canada. (This is NOT a sponsorship position.)

• Proven 5+ years of executive chef or senior leadership experience in a high-end hotel or restaurant setting.

• Provincial Culinary Red Seal Certification is mandatory, along with a current Safe-Food Handlers certificate.

• Proven expertise with Rational and Lainox combi-ovens and other high-tech kitchen equipment.

• Exceptional culinary skills with the ability to lead, inspire, and educate a team. Willingness to take on Apprenticeship cooks through Skilled Trades Ontario.

• Strong financial acumen with experience managing food and labour costs.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to maintain composure and a positive attitude in a high-pressure environment.

• Experience managing and coordinating large events, especially weddings, holiday brunches and similar large corporate functions.

• A hands-on leadership style with a passion for mentoring and developing kitchen staff.

• Knowledge of current food trends and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

Additional Requirements:

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience is preferred. Provincial Red Seal Certification is mandatory.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the hotel’s needs.

• Willing to work overtime as required during busy times of year.

• Must be fluent in English.

• This is a salary position based on a 44 hour work week.

• Remuneration is commensurate with experience.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and culinary achievements.