chef

Government of Canada - Central; Brampton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Brampton is seeking an experienced cook to supervise kitchen staff, create new recipes, and maintain quality food preparation. The position requires excellent skills in supervising and training, preferably with a background in East Indian cuisine. This is an on-site role, with no option to work remotely, and candidates must have between 2 to 3 years of experience in the culinary field.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of cooking experience required.
• Experience in supervising kitchen activities is essential.
• Expertise in East Indian cuisine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Supervise and instruct kitchen staff in food preparation.
• Create and demonstrate new recipes and cooking techniques.

Skills

Supervising kitchen staff

Training staff in food preparation

Recipe creation

Analyzing operating costs

Demonstrating cooking techniques

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

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.

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• 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
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• East Indian