Head Chef

Join Our Team as a Chef – Elevate Culinary Excellence!

Are you a passionate culinary professional with a flair for leadership? We’re seeking a Chef to drive success and innovation in our kitchens, ensuring exceptional food quality and memorable guest experiences across one or multiple airport restaurant locations.

• $70,000 - $75,000 / year
• Comprehensive Benefits
• RRSP Employer Matching
• Free Employee Parking
• Opportunity for quarterly bonus
  
  

SSP Canada operates several restaurants throughout Toronto Pearson International Airport. Our restaurants include: Tim Horton’s, Freshii, Boccone, Mill Street Brewery, Urban Crave, Tap & Pour, Dirty Bird, Distillery Food Hall, Built Burger, and much more!

As a Chef, you’ll take charge of food production, staff management, and menu development, all while upholding our brand’s culinary standards.

What You’ll Do

• Lead with Excellence: Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff, creating a strong, dynamic team dedicated to top-notch service and culinary innovation.
• Create Memorable Menus: Bring your creative touch to menu development, maintaining our commitment to quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Drive Financial Success: Manage budgets, control costs, and maximize profitability by monitoring inventory, labor, and expenses.
• Oversee Culinary Operations: Maintain high food and sanitation standards, resolve quality issues, and ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Deliver Exceptional Guest Service: Foster an environment that prioritizes guest satisfaction, with each meal crafted to exceed expectations.
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years experience in food and beverage kitchen management required.
• Leadership Skills: Proven track record in managing a team, excellent interpersonal abilities, and skillful in handling high-stress situations.
• Culinary Savvy: Knowledge of both full-service and quick-service environments, with strong organizational and planning skills.
• Certifications: Food Handlers Permit and any brand certifications as required by law.
• Ability to clear a 5 year background check with Transport Canada
  
  

Why Join Us?

Be a part of a team that celebrates creativity and growth. With us, you’ll have the opportunity to shape a culinary program that excites guests and sets standards for quality and innovation. Apply today and bring your culinary vision to life!

SSP Canada is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities, 2005 in our recruitment and employment practices. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, including the interview and assessment stage, due to a disability, please inform us of your need and the nature of the accommodation(s) that may be required.