assistant chef

Val and Patsys Island Food; Ajax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a skilled kitchen supervisor to lead a dynamic team. This role involves demonstrating innovative cooking techniques, creating exciting new recipes, and ensuring the highest quality of food for various events. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing their leadership and interpersonal skills while managing a team of culinary professionals. If you are passionate about food and enjoy working under pressure, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a vibrant kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a restaurant setting.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct kitchen staff on food preparation and cooking.
• Create new recipes and plan menus for events.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organization

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Experience: 5 years or more

Work Setting:

• Restaurant

Tasks:

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets, and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs, and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking, and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision:

• 3-4 people
• Caribbean and Latin American cuisine

Transportation / Travel Information:

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal Suitability:

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player