Garde Manger

Scanway Catering is looking to higher a Garde Manger Chef that would be responsible for overseeing culinary operations in the Garde Manager section. Responsible for managing the food production and quality control for all meat, fish and other food items prepared in the cold kitchen. This individual will also be responsible for supporting the kitchen in any capacity needed including helping on the hot side of the kitchen. The chef will take all responsibility for maintaining and cleaning work area

Responsibilities:

-Oversee the consistency of various preparations within the cold kitchen to ensure quality product and adhere to standard recipes

-Prepares all cold food according to recipes, guidelines, and standards set by the Executive Chef or hotel standards

-Always keep all refrigeration, equipment, storage and working areas in clean, working condition in order to comply with health department regulations.

-prepares daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production

-Effectively communicate with other chefs and service staff in order to full fill and address any issues or needs requested by guests.

-Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, procedures and standards

Qualifications:

-Working knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking

-Working knowledge of knives and knife skills-Working knowledge of kitchen equipment such as cryovac, slicing machine, juicer, etc.

-Previous experience working in a restaurant, hotel or catering kitchen-Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience.

-Strong attention to detail.

-Excellent interpersonal skills: approachable with good listening skills.

-Skilled and proactive in problem resolution.

About Scanway

A Halifax, NS-based catering company, Scanway has been providing exceptional culinary experiences since 1981. A family business from the beginning, Scanway has always delivered on its commitment to providing the highest quality food & beverage services with a friendly and approachable style. When the Gupta family purchased Scanway in 2017, the promise was not only to continue this tradition but also to build on it.

Scanway’s new recipe for success includes ingredients gathered over a cumulative 70 years of food and beverage experience, paired with a well-established brand. We are not just a food service operation; we are a provider of extraordinary culinary experiences. The new Scanway is anything but average, and we’re wowing people from all over the world. Please give us a call, send an email or drop in to see us. We’d be happy to discuss how we can wow you.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent