banquet chef

Government of Canada - Western; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Canada is seeking an experienced chef to oversee kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include estimating food costs, maintaining records, and supervising kitchen staff. Candidates must have collegiate-level education and strong interpersonal skills. This position requires excellent communication and the ability to work under pressure, with no option for remote work.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Gratuities

Group insurance benefits

Free parking available

On-site amenities

Qualifications

• Experience is an asset.
• Driver's validity licence check is required.
• Criminal record check is required.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Supervise activities of kitchen workers and train staff.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

or equivalent experience

Experience: Experience an asset

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

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Hotel, motel, resort

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• 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 and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• 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

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

• Security and safety
  • Driver's validity licence check
  • Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

• Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• Other benefits
• Parking available