Executive Chef

Executive Chef MacDonald Search Group has been asked by our food service client to find a first-class Executive Chef to join their team in Williamsburg, ON (in-office). The primary responsibility of this role will be to lead all kitchen operations while delivering high-quality, scratch-made meals and baked goods that drive customer satisfaction and repeat business. Some of what you will do in this role includes: Develop and execute seasonal menus featuring baked goods, hot meals, and take-out offerings Oversee daily kitchen production including pastries, soups, casseroles, and comfort food items Lead, schedule, and mentor a small kitchen team to ensure consistency and efficiency Manage inventory, ordering, and food costs while minimizing waste Maintain food quality, cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety standards You should have the following in your background to apply: 3–5+ years of experience in a professional kitchen with strong baking capabilities Proven leadership experience in a small team or independent kitchen environment Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail Passion for scratch cooking, comfort food, and high-quality ingredients Food Handler certification (or willingness to obtain) Salary range: $60k-$80k If this sounds like a role where you could excel, please apply. MacDonald Search Group works with our clients to build diverse, high-performing teams reflective of the Canadian employment landscape. Our EDI policy can be found on our website. Thank you for your interest.

Lead all kitchen operations to deliver high-quality, scratch-made meals and baked goods. Responsibilities include seasonal menu execution, team mentoring, and managing food costs and safety standards.

Requires 3-5+ years of professional kitchen experience with strong baking capabilities and proven leadership skills. A Food Handler certification is required or must be obtained.

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Team LeadershipSouhaitée
• Gestion des stocksSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Kitchen Operations
• Menu Development
• Baking
• Team Leadership
• Inventory Management
• Food Cost Control
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Scratch Cooking
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

2 oct. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level