Future Talent Pipeline -Executive Chef - Sous Chef

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Posted Nov 3, 2026
1 position

$55,000–$84,000 / year

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Nov 7, 2026
Posting language: English
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Executive Chefs lead culinary teams, oversee food service operations and catering, contribute to menu development, and coordinate therapeutic meal modifications with health services. Sous Chefs plan and prepare meals, manage food and supply inventory, maintain kitchen safety and sanitation, communicate with clients, and supervise and mentor cooks.

Job details

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™. We are building a pipeline of qualified and passionate Food Service & Hospitality professionals (Cooks, Dishwashers, Servers, Dietary Aides, Housekeepers) who are interested in future opportunities at our Faubourg du Mascaret or Parkland Riverview communities in Moncton or Riverview, New Brunswick. By expressing your interest now, you'll be among the first to be considered when a suitable opportunity arises. Meaningful Benefits Approximate Hourly Wage: You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include: Cook - $19.13 - $19.70 Dishwasher/Server/Housekeeper - $16.40 - $16.71 Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program Life, travel, and other insurances Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan RRSP program (5% employer matching) Vacation accrual (begins immediately) Free onsite parking Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety About The Opportunity Cook Plans and prepares meals according to established standards, procedures, recipes and menus, including preparing special meals to meet appropriate therapeutic menu modifications according to established guidelines Assists with preparation of food for special functions (e.g. catering, theme dinners) to ensure service meets established standards Reports any recipe shortages, discrepancies or quality issues to the Executive Chef or supervisor in a timely manner Executes departmental policies, procedures and guidelines as a member of the divisional Food Services Team Executes food services for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner within a Supportive Living Lifestyle dining room in accordance to Brand Standards Executes food Services for special functions such as catering and theme dinners to ensure service meets established standards Consistently ensures food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet established department standards; ensures meals are attractive, the correct temperature and portion size, and that service is timely Introduces self to new resident in the dining rooms as part of resident orientation / welcome Responds to resident food service needs and expectations in accordance to service expectations Effectively communicates and interacts with residents, family members, visitors and volunteers in a courteous and professional manner Assists in the orientation of new Team Members to ensure standards are met Clean and sanitize cooking station daily; maintain the cleanliness of kitchen equipment such as ovens, kettles, mixers, and others in order to maintain safety and sanitation in the kitchen to meet legislative and organizational standards; responsible for the clear and correct labeling of excess food Follows disposal procedures according to established waste management guidelines for organics, paper, plastics, cans/bottles, non-recyclable material, etc. Dishwasher Processing all dishware and maintaining sanitation of dish machine, kitchen aide and dish sinks according to established cleaning guidelines Returning clean dishware to appropriate storage areas for use by Culinary Services employees Bussing of tables in the dining rooms and catering areas as required Maintaining cleanliness to standard in the kitchen and kitchen aide areas All other duties as assigned Server / Dietary Aide Consistently ensures food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet established department standards. Ensures meals are attractive, the correct temperature and portion size, and that service is timely Follows production sheets to guide food preparation and assist with cost control Stays up to date with the specific needs of each resident e.g. diet restrictions, allergies and special requests/accommodations. Stays up to date with daily changes related to menus and/or residents. Familiarizes self with the specific needs of each client e.g. diet restrictions, allergies and special requests/accommodations Assists with the process for checking and receiving of deliveries and inventory control. Ensures all supplies are stored, labelled, and rotated properly Makes sure that the Servery and dining room appearance meets set standards for cleanliness, organization and set up prior to meal service. Processes pots, pans, and dishware and maintains sanitation dishwasher and dish sinks according to established and required cleaning guidelines. Immediately reports any equipment temperature issues to manager and takes corrective action as necessary. Participates in the client and employee incident reporting and investigation process as required Reports areas and equipment in need of repair to the maintenance department Ensures kitchen appearance meets established standards for cleanliness and organization Housekeeper Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, and stairwells Sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing kitchens and bathrooms. Completes common area housekeeping duties as per assignment Collect refuse from residents' rooms and dispose of this refuse in accordance with set procedures; Documents all completed job routine tasks Completes audits and inspections as required Completes resident’s personal laundry services as requested Communicates supply needs to People Leader in a timely manner Efficiently uses supplies and equipment to maintain service quality levels Clean and restock housekeeping cart; notify Supervisor when supplies are low; Promote safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education. About You In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring: Cook A high-school diploma or a GED Current food handlers’ certificate considered an asset Minimum of two (2) years experience in a similar role Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation Bilingualism in English and French considered an asset Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required and communicate in an efficient manner in a team-oriented setting Ability to provide a clear criminal record check A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care. Dishwasher/Server/Housekeeper A high-school diploma or GED Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, evenings, weekends, and holidays Ability to provide a clear criminal record check Minimum of one (1) year experience in a similar role Bilingualism in English and French considered an asset CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification and/or Basics Food Safety Training/ Food Handler's course would be considered an asset Previous experience working with seniors in a Retirement Living or Long-Term Care environment would be considered an asset A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care A high level of initiative and commitment to completing assignments efficiently and in a warm, friendly, and customer-service-oriented manner Knowledge of infection control and prevention practices If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living. We are building a pipeline of qualified and passionate Food Service professionals (Executive Chef, Sous Chef) who are interested in future opportunities at our Parkland Lifestyle Residence teams in Ajax, Ancaster, Etobicoke, Mississauga and St. Catherine, Ontario. By expressing your interest now, you'll be among the first to be considered when a suitable opportunity arises. Meaningful Benefits You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include: Approximate annual salary: Executive Chef - $75,000 - $84,000 Sous Chef - $55,000 - $61,000 Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program Life, travel, and other insurances Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan RRSP program (5% employer matching) Vacation accrual (begins immediately) Free onsite parking Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety About The Opportunity Executive Chef Selects, shapes, and develops the culinary team Providing leadership and overseeing provision of food services Providing catering services for internal and external events Providing input into division menu development Liaising with the Health Services Team to ensure client receive the appropriate therapeutic menu modification as indicated by their medical condition Additional related duties as assigned/required Sous Chef Planning and preparing meals according to established standards, procedures, recipes and menus Ordering, receiving, storing and rotating inventory of all required food and supplies Maintaining safety and sanitation in the kitchen to meet legislative and organizational standards Communicating regularly with clients to ensure satisfaction with foodservice Supervising and mentoring cooks to ensure performance meets standards Additional duties as assigned/required About You In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring: Executive Chef Journeyman Cook papers from an accredited institution Current and recognized Advanced Food Safety certificate Minimum 5-7 years' experience as a chef Minimum of two years in a leadership role in food services Experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or long-term care sector Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment. Previous management experience is an asset, as well as any other Alzheimer’s or Dementia training courses are considered an asset Sous Chef A Culinary Arts Diploma and a valid Red Seal Certificate A valid Food Handler’s Certificate Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment Minimum 2 years of both culinary and leadership experience Experience with large quantity food preparation Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care Banque de Talents – Services Alimentaires et Hôtellerie

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Requirements

Executive Chef candidates need accredited journeyman cook credentials, a recognized advanced food safety certificate, 5–7 years of chef experience, and at least two years in food-service leadership; volume food preparation experience is also required. Sous Chef candidates need a culinary arts diploma, a valid Red Seal and food handler certificates, and at least two years of culinary and leadership experience, including large-quantity food preparation; a clear criminal record check is required for both roles.