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Head Chef, Cafe & Catering Operations (Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada) Department: Facilities Employment Type: Full Time Location: Moncton Canada Description IGT is looking for a dynamic and forwardthinking culinary leader to join us as Head Chef Caf & Catering Operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a handson professional who thrives in highvolume environments, leads with creativity, and takes pride in delivering exceptional food experiences. As Head Chef, youll shape the culinary vision for our corporate cafeteria and catering serviceselevating quality, driving operational excellence, and creating memorable dining experiences for our employees. Youll combine innovation with strong execution, balancing creativity with consistency, and inspiring a highperforming culinary team along the way. If youre passionate about great food, strong leadership, and building something special in a corporate setting, wed love to meet you. This position is based at our Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada corporate office. What Will You Be Doing? Lead, mentor, and support the caf team, creating a positive, collaborative, and highperforming work environment. Manage inventory levels and ordering of food and supplies, ensuring costeffective and sustainable purchasing practices. Create and evolve menus that are nutritious, diverse, and appealing to a broad audience, with thoughtful attention to dietary needs and special requests. Partner with the caf team to plan and execute daily breakfast and lunch service, including la carte offerings, batch cooking, and inhouse baking. Oversee the planning and delivery of small and large catering events, from menu development and bulk production to presentation and service coordination. Maintain strong control over food and labor costs through smart planning, portion management, and operational discipline. Ensure food quality, consistency, and proper portioning to deliver an exceptional dining experience. Stay handson in food preparation and service, leading by example and setting the standard for culinary excellence. Train and coach team members on culinary techniques, food safety, sanitation, and best practices. Keep all kitchen and service areas clean, organized, and fully compliant with health and safety standards. Build strong partnerships with vendors to support quality ingredients, competitive pricing, and reliable service. Respond to customer feedback and inquiries promptly, always striving to enhance the overall experience. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: 3+ years of experience in a culinary leadership role, with strong handson involvement in daily food service operations and team oversight. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire, and develop a highperforming team. Solid understanding of food cost control, menu pricing, and inventory management best practices. Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, supported by current certification, along with a deep understanding of sanitation standards and industry best practices. Advanced culinary skills, with the versatility to prepare a wide variety of dishes using different techniques and styles. Highly organized with strong timemanagement skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively. Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills. Confident problemsolver who can make sound decisions in a fastpaced environment. Comfortable using Microsoft Office and PointofSale systems, as well as digital tools for communication and promotions. Flexible and willing to work after hours when needed to support events or operational requirements. Why Us? At IGT, we believe great work deserves great support. When you join our team, youre not just stepping into a role - youre becoming part of a company that values balance, wellbeing, and longterm growth. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance to support you and your family. Youll enjoy three weeks of PTO plus personal days to recharge and take care of what matters most. We also provide a 3% RSP employer match to help you plan confidently for the future. Join a team where your work makes an impact - and where youre supported every step of the way. #LI-TP1 #J-18808-Ljbffr