Executive Chef - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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The Distillery Restaurants Corp., creators of Cluny Bistro, El Catrin, Pure Spirits Oyster House & Grill, Archeo Trattoria, Madrina Bar y Tapas, District Pizza and Distillery Events (the Fermenting Cellar and The Distillery District®- Loft) are seeking an experienced and innovative Executive Chef to lead our team with passion and a love of French cuisine. The ideal candidate is not only an exceptional chef, but a great teacher and mentor with a strong growth mindset. They not only understand that exceptional food is at the heart of hospitality but that they are an ambassador to Torontos unique food and beverage culture.Cluny is not your parents’ French bistro!Exciting, non-pretentious menus inspired by Frances modern food movement paired with vibrant music, breathtaking design, and personalized service, have made Cluny the best French restaurant in Toronto according to USA Today, Top Choice and BlogTO.Please note, you must have legal permission to work in Canada to be considered for this role.What you’ll experience with The Distillery Restaurant Corp.:A competitive salary that reflects your years of experience and leadership abilitiesIn-house dining perksA dynamic culture that encourages and rewards the entrepreneurial spiritBold and lively work environmentsThe chance to work alongside the best team in the cityWhat you will be doing:Share Clunys vision with all BOH team members and lead by example.Reinforce the DRC’s mission and priorities, and inspire the team with your exciting vision for the future.Planning, preparing and executing all food items.Responsible for all food costing, menu writing and implementation.Responsible for maintaining and improving food and labour costs as per Corporate Chef’s direction and established budgets.Actively involved with training of all staff, both in the back and front of house.Maintaining standards as established by the Corporate Chef and DRC while operating a safe, sanitary and hygienic work environment as per the Public Health department.Assisting with the hiring, onboarding and training and development initiatives as well as performance management and employee coaching.Other duties as required and/or assigned.What you’ll bring to the kitchen:EXPERIENCE. You have years of cooking experience, ideally with French cuisine. You’ve led a large kitchen, and have demonstrated progressive growth within a high-volume restaurant environment.PASSION. You have a genuine passion and drive to create – both great food and great talent. You love teaching and sharing your knowledge with your team.EDUCATION/TRAINING. You have a culinary degree/diploma and/or the equivalent in education and experience.LEADERSHIP: You pride yourself in being able to collaborate with others and to lead a team by healthy example.COMMUNICATION SKILLS. You demonstrate exceptional relationship building and communication skills among your team members at the restaurant in both BOH and FOH.ADAPTABILITY. You thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.The Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage and welcome candidates with disabilities to apply for job opportunities with us. Please note that accommodations throughout each stage of the DRC’s recruitment process are available upon request.#INDPThe Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process where candidates are respected, supported and valued. The DRC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please note that accommodations during every part of the recruitment and selection process are available upon request.pFXX95tvNlQuick Apply

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