chef

Government of Canada - Western; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Abbotsford is seeking a skilled chef specializing in Japanese cuisine. This role requires 2-3 years of experience and involves estimating food costs, maintaining inventory records, and supervising kitchen staff. Successful candidates will create and cook dishes, plan menus, and ensure food meets quality standards. This position is on-site with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience, especially in Japanese cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Analyze operating costs and other data.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to cooking staff.
• Supervise activities of kitchen workers.
• Instruct cooks in food preparation and presentation.
• Prepare and cook food regularly or for special functions.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Plan menus and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Team player

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

Work setting

• Restaurant

On site

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

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Experience and specialization

• Japanese cuisine

Additional information

• Team player