chef

Government of Canada - Central; Baden; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled kitchen supervisor to lead culinary operations. In this dynamic role, you will estimate costs, maintain food quality, and supervise a talented team of chefs and cooks. You will be responsible for creating new recipes, training staff, and ensuring that meals are prepared to perfection for various events. This position requires a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced environment, where your leadership and culinary expertise will shine. If you thrive under pressure and have a passion for food, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff and maintain food quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items, maintain records of food costs.
• Supervise kitchen staff and demonstrate new cooking techniques.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.

Skills

Dependability

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Organizational Skills

Judgement

Teamwork

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

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
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Additional Information

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
• Repetitive tasks

Personal Suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Judgement