Land Acknowledgement

George Brown College is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.

George Brown College is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment. We encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.

At George Brown College, we have established a reputation for equipping our students with the skills, industry experience and credentials to pursue the careers of their choice. As employees, we are committed to creating an enriching learning community for our students, delivering excellence in what we do, holding ourselves accountable for our work and demonstrating diversity and respect for one another.

What responsibilities will you have in this role?

• Supervises the organization and inventory of equipment (i.e., pots, blenders, disposables, etc.) in the dedicated Culinary Equipment room.
  
• Coordinates equipment from inventory for ad hoc requests such as specific mixing bowls, cooking trays, etc. (e.g., as a result of shorted or damaged items in another lab), provides tracking and documentation for these exceptions.
  
• Ensures that equipment is operating as expected.
  
• Liaises with facilities maintenance, external cleaning contractors, specialized vendors to ensure smooth and continuity of operation of CHCA labs and equipment through maintenance and cleaning (i.e., Ecolab, TBM, Enviroarie, Dpec, Hobart, etc.).
  
• Communicates building repair needs to Facilities and takes appropriate follows-up actions to maintain capacity of equipment.
  
• Maintains lab inspection report (plumbing, gas, electrical, refrigeration, Health & Safety) and advises on follow up status.
  
• Arranges and provides initial sign off to work order for outside contractor repairs to lab related equipment (assigns and arranges services not provided by Facilities).
  
• Tracking and reconciliation of all work orders and contractor repair authorizations. Provides the documentation bundles to Admin for final review/sign off.
  
• Researches and evaluates potential contractors that have the capability to deal with the specialized needs of CHCA.
  
• Assesses needs and prepares replacement small ware equipment listing and pursues quotation process on as needed basis.
  
• Sources and acquires quotes for new small ware equipment enquiries following accounting and budget guidelines and procurement policies.
  
• Other related duties as assigned.

What qualifications do you need for this role?

• Three-year diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Culinary Arts/Management and Red Seal Chef Certification is required.
• Additional requirements: First Aid, Smart Serve, Food Handler Certificate, and Lift Tow.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a Steward or Chef capacity in a 4+ star hotel/restaurant or four years as a Culinary Technician is required. Culinary management/executive chef experience.
  
• Knowledge of equipment specification/design and strong equipment background as it relates to Culinary.
  
• Awareness of industry trends in equipment as it relates to culinary training.
  
• Exceptional customer service experience and experience resolving equipment problems quickly and efficiently.
  
• Innovative in providing creative solutions.
  
• Excellent negotiation, time management, coordination, and organizational skills; ability to establish priorities and make decisions within prescribed boundaries.
  
• Ability to lift over 20 kg or 44 lbs (i.e., marble slabs, blenders, meat slicer, vac pac machine, floor mixer, etc.).
  
• Demonstrated commitment in delivering excellent service to others as this is key in supporting the success of our students and our College.
  
• Strong communication, interpersonal, teamwork and people skills.
  
• Flexibility in adapting to change and in participating in consultative decision-making processes.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 6:00 am – 2:00 pm (Fully Onsite).
Interview process may consist of a practical skills component.

NOTES:

• If employed currently or previously employed at GBC, please log into Cornerstone with your employee account.
• Please ensure your resume highlights all relevant education, training and experience that are applicable to the minimum qualifications for this role.
• The College requires proof of degrees, credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews.

Closing: May 19, 2023

George Brown College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Human Resources representative responsible for the recruitment for this position will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. Candidates who require accommodation in the interview process may contact talentacquisition@georgebrown.ca and all information received will be addressed confidentially.

As a unionized workplace, we support our internal employees by providing first consideration to qualified applications as set out in the Collective Agreement.

For information on George Brown College, please visit our website at www.georgebrown.ca