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Chef Manager (B&I)Dexterra Signature Dining • Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Chef Manager (B&I)

Chef Manager (B&I)

Dexterra Signature Dining • Guelph, Ontario, Canada
5 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Great Food Doesn't Happen By Accident.
It happens when an experienced culinary leader sets the standard.

At Dexterra Signature Dining, we create exceptional customer experiences through food, hospitality and service. We believe great food brings people together, and we empower our teams to take pride in the work they do every day.

What's the Job?

We're looking for a hands-on Chef Manager to lead our food service operation in Guelph. This is an opportunity for a chef who is passionate about food quality, presentation, hospitality and team development, and who thrives being visible in the kitchen, on the floor and alongside their team.

What You'll Do

As Chef Manager, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact, lead a talented team, build meaningful client relationships and create a food program that people genuinely look forward to experiencing. Together, we'll continue raising the bar for culinary excellence and hospitality.

You'll be responsible for creating an exceptional dining experience through great food, strong leadership and consistent execution. From daily menu delivery to catering and special events, you'll play a key role in shaping the experience for both customers and our client partners.

Lead a Quality-Driven Food Program

  • Deliver consistently exceptional food quality, presentation and service
  • Lead menu execution, daily features, catering and special events
  • Maintain high standards of food safety, production, cleanliness and kitchen organization
  • Ensure recipes, portioning and culinary standards are executed consistently

Lead and Develop the Team

  • Coach, mentor and support a team of culinary and service professionals
  • Create a positive, accountable and customer-focused workplace culture
  • Set clear expectations and lead by example during busy service periods
  • Support onboarding, training and ongoing employee development

Create an Exceptional Customer Experience

  • Build strong relationships with customers and client stakeholders
  • Maintain a visible presence in the operation and engage with guests regularly
  • Use feedback to continuously improve the food program
  • Manage food costs, labour and inventory while delivering operational excellence


Qualifications

Who We're Looking for

  • A Great Attitude!
  • An experienced culinary leader with a passion for food quality, presentation and hospitality
  • A hands-on coach who enjoys developing teams and leading by example
  • Customer-focused and comfortable building strong client relationships
  • Experienced in high-volume food service operations
  • Knowledgeable in food safety, inventory, purchasing and cost management
  • Comfortable balancing culinary leadership with operational and administrative responsibilities
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and operational management systems
  • Red Seal certified or professionally trained in the culinary arts is considered an asset

Ready to lead a team that's passionate about great food and exceptional service?



Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
  • Award winning safety culture.
  • Supportive team environment with room to grow together.
  • Employee Referral Program.
  • We are growing!
  • Certified as a Great Place to Work 2025-2026!

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, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.

Please Note: we are not accepting candidates referrals from recruitment agencies.

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