PORTICO INC.

Seeking a full-time Household Manager—Chef to work for a  couple in the Forest Hill neighbourhood of Toronto. The position is full-time, live-out, and long-term. This is a hybrid role with growth opportunities, and applicants should have experience and abilities in both areas. There is a housekeeper who can assist during busy periods with meal prep.

 

Applicants must have a G-level driver’s license and access to a vehicle for work purposes (mileage will be reimbursed). They must also hold current status to legally work in Canada. 

 

Schedule: Primarily Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm with flexibility (i.e. ability to work some evenings, weekends, and special occasions)

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Vacation: Four weeks (not consecutive). To be coordinated with the Employers.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Management of an approximate 6,500 square foot home

• Management of household staff, vendors and contractors 

• Ensure household mechanical systems, HVAC plumbing, equipment, and fixtures are maintained

• Schedule and supervise trades and contractors

• Household administration including tracking expenses, invoices, reconciliation, contracts, employment records etc. 

• Implement a preventive maintenance program

• Take the lead in creating household schedules, manuals, and operational documentation 

• Daily walkthroughs of residence, ensuring security measures and protocols are in place and the property is secure at all times

• Daily cooking required; must have knowledge of a variety of different cuisines, mainly healthy and nutritious meals

• Preparing meals for the cottage and packing them in coolers with instructions

• Inventory management of kitchen and residence including cleaning products and toiletries

• Menu planning, track and keep records of menus to avoid repetition of meals

• Grocery shopping

• Coordinate and complete deep clean and organizational projects with the housekeeper while the principals are travelling

• Occasional entertainment event planning and facilitation

• Errands and other tasks as needed

• Provide a calm, quiet, and discreet environment

• Anything else that might be required from time to time

 

SKILLS AND APTITUDES:

• Experience managing a home

• Experience working as a chef, ideally with a culinary certificate 

• A G-level driver license and access to a work vehicle (mileage for work purposes—not to and from work—will be compensated)

• A high school diploma and a degree or diploma from an accredited college is an asset

• Knowledge of cleaning protocols and care of luxury residences

• Polished and professional presentation

• Must have computer literacy

• Strong English language skills, with an ability to communicate with diplomacy

• Willing to undergo a background check

• Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement

• Must hold current status to legally work in Canada

 

Covid 19/Immunization Considerations: 

In order to maintain the health and safety of the workplace, this position will require a fully-vaccinated candidate as a condition of employment due to family circumstances. Proof of vaccination will be required by the candidate prior to their start date. Proof means documentation 

verifying receipt of a vaccination series approved by Health Canada.  In addition, the candidate will be required to get an annual flu shot.

 

NOTE: Applicants must hold current status to legally work in the Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a résumé. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

 

PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.