Canada onlyWHAT'S THE JOB?
Reporting to the Manager, Culinary, the Culinary Program Coordinator provides support in the administration and coordination of organizational culinary initiatives and digital recipe management systems. This role assists with the rollout of food programs, updates to menus, and the use of digital culinary platforms. The coordinator works closely with culinary, operations, marketing, and procurement teams to prepare materials, share resources, and provide support to ensure programs and tools are adopted effectively across locations.
What You'll Be Doing
Culinary Systems & Recipe Management
- Support the ongoing management and accuracy of the organization’s digital culinary resources including recipe databases and related tools.
- Assist with SOP updates for culinary content updates, seasonal transitions and program implementation.
- Provide administrative and operational support for culinary platforms.
Menu & Program Support
- Assist with development and maintenance of seasonal menu materials, including integration of field-submitted recipes.
- Support menu updates across multiple service periods (e.g., breakfast, lunch, catering).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the development, organization and implementation of culinary content, including recipes, programs, and supporting materials across varied service environments.
Procurement & Product Support
- Assist with aligning menus and program guides to available products.
- Support product and data updates related to seasonal changes, availability, and culinary systems.
- Share program needs with procurement teams to support product selection.
Field Training & Support
- Assist with training and provide ongoing support to culinary teams on digital systems and tools.
- Help respond to inquiries related to culinary content, submissions and field inquiries
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Culinary designation (Red Seal or equivalent) or CSNM preferred.
- 3–4 years’ experience in culinary operations or food program support.
- Familiarity with food cost, procurement, and digital culinary platforms.
- Experience in remote or healthcare food service is an asset.
- Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.
Qualities
- Proficiency with digital culinary platforms and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to maintain accuracy in recipe databases, menu templates, and program materials.
- Understanding of food cost concepts, procurement alignment, and menu planning fundamentals.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and program updates.
- Effective communication skills to support chefs, operations teams, marketing, and procurement partners.
- Collaborative approach to working across functions and supporting field teams.
- Adaptability to changing program requirements, seasonal updates, and diverse service environments.
- Customer service orientation with a focus on providing timely, helpful responses to inquiries.
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot system and program issues.
- Strong time management skills to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- Commitment to continuous learning and building knowledge in culinary systems and operations.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- A place where people matter, not only at work but in the community.
- Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.
- Benefits coverage starts on your first day.
- Award winning safety culture.
- Supportive team environment with room to grow
Working Conditions
- Hybrid office/remote work model
- Travel to sites across multiple regions.
Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.
WHO ARE WE?
We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.
