Executive Chef - St. Thomas University

Aramark • City of Fredericton, NB

1d • CA$65,000 - CA$70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations that include student, faculty, and visitor food service and catering operations at St. Thomas University in Fredericton, NB. Culinary experiences and well-maintained environments are fundamental to student success. From brain-powering ingredients to comforting flavor combinations, nutritious food doesn’t have to be boring. Aramark chefs and dietitians are constantly reviewing the latest insights and food trends to find the next culinary innovation and help students discover their love of food. We partner with you to enhance the student experience, support parents, and collaborate with administration, all while delivering on the expectations of parents and the community.

Requirements

• Culinary degree of diploma and hospitality training is required
• Minimum 3-5 years culinary management experience is required
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships with clients, customers, staff and management

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience managing a unionized staff is a definite asset

Responsibilities

• Responsible for culinary production of our proprietary healthy, hot, and cold stations
• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistency
• Manage a Sous Chef and brigade of cooks ensuring operational procedures are followed
• Oversee weekly menu planning from new or formulated recipes in our PRIMA database
• Prepare and execute campus caterings for faculty, students and guests as required
• Establish presentation techniques and quality standards, plan and price menus
• Estimate food consumption and remain within budget for food and labour costs
• Conduct inventory, place orders, receive deliveries; reconcile orders as required
• Train, manage and direct kitchen staff; coordinate all culinary related activities
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance; ensure proper safety and sanitation

Benefits

• Three weeks of paid vacation for all new salaried hires, plus 3 personal/flex days dedicated to your mental health and well-being.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (No Waiting Period!): From day one, enjoy coverage for dental, prescriptions, vision, massage therapy, and more
• A Self-Directed Pension Plan where every dollar you contribute is matched with two by Aramark
• Access Aramark’s Employee Assistance Program for confidential resources and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Be part of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where we celebrate diversity, build connections, and support one another.
• Benefit from Educational Assistance to support your growth, plus scholarships for your children entering post-secondary studies.
• Clear career path planning and development opportunities tailored to your skills and aspirations.
• We are deeply committed to providing a safe, healthy, and positive work environment for all.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree