banquet chef

Government of Canada - Western; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Calgary is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to manage the kitchen team and maintain high food quality. The role requires extensive cooking experience, as well as the ability to supervise and train kitchen staff. Candidates must have a secondary education and 2-3 years in a similar role. The position is on-site with no remote work options available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a chef with 2 to 3 years of experience required.
• Must have skills in cooking various cuisines including South Indian, Canadian, and East Indian.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs and kitchen workers.
• Consult with clients regarding weddings and banquets.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Team player

Dependability

Initiative

Flexibility

Organized

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• 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
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• South Indian
• Canadian
• East Indian
• Vegetarian
• International
• Halal

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player