Willowbrae Academy Red Deer is looking for an OUTGOING, PROFESSIONAL, & EXPERIENCED CHEF to join our new Academy in Red Deer

In this role, you will have the responsibility of preparing meals and snacks for a group of children from an already approved daily menu by using a program provided to you Willowbrae preferred online ordering platform. To be successful here you will be a professional, self-motivated person, with a strong interest in making sure we provide the highest quality of food day in and out.

Qualifications

• ALL PROVINCIAL BACKGROUND CHECKS REQUIRED i.e., criminal record check, vulnerable sector check
• Infant CPR and First Aid Certification
• Approved and Recognized Food Safety Certification requirements as per Provincial Guidelines
• Proficiency in Planning and Preparing Nutritious Meals & Snacks
• 2+ professional references
• Ability to work in a team and self-motivated
• Preferably someone with experience in preparing food for a large group
• Basic Computer Knowledge/inputting food order details (training will be applied)

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Planning and Preparing Nutritious meals and snacks according to the already approved Menu
• Keeping inventory of all food and kitchen supplies
• Purchasing of groceries from planned menus and cleaning supplies within the allocated budget through the provided online ordering platform
• Washing all the children’s dishes and utensils, etc. and maintaining kitchen and easting areas in a sanitary and orderly condition
• Communicate with staff concerning the nutritional needs of the children, special feeding requirements and allergies
• Answering staff telephone and main telephone lines, and recording messages
• Any other housekeeping duties as deemed necessary from time to time
• Ensure requested data and metrics are provided accurately and timely

Why work for Willowbrae Academy?

• Willowbrae is a fast-growing nationwide company expanding rapidly in BC, Alberta, Ontario, and Nova Scotia
• Comprehensive dental & health benefits package
• Competitive wage packages
• State of the art facilities equipped with the exclusive Braeview technology
• All meals are prepared in our Academy’s kitchen facilities
• Join a collaborative supportive environment
• Logo wear credits and regular staff outings