chef

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

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a skilled Cook to oversee kitchen operations, prepare meals, and instruct kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a high school graduation certificate and experience in food service. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory records, planning menus, and ensuring food quality and safety. Benefits include a health care plan. The position requires on-site work in Clearwater, British Columbia.

Benefits

Health care plan

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Ability to train staff in food handling and preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques to staff.
• Prepare and cook meals for events.
• Supervise kitchen staff and manage food preparation.

Skills

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Initiative

Flexibility

Efficient interpersonal skills

Organized

Reliability

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.

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Bar

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• 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
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Experience and specialization

• International

Additional information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

• Health care plan