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

Job summary

A government agency in Burnaby is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to supervise cooking staff and manage food preparation. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, a secondary school graduation certificate, and strong skills in menu planning and cost estimation. Responsibilities include directing food preparation activities, instructing cooks, and ensuring quality standards in food service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff.
• Strong menu planning and cost estimation skills.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• 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.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.

Skills

Food preparation and cooking

Staff supervision

Menu planning

Cost estimation

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.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• 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