chef

Government of Canada - Western; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government position in Coquitlam is seeking a skilled cook to supervise kitchen staff, maintain food quality, and create new recipes. Candidates must have a secondary school certificate and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in cooking, along with the ability to train new staff. This on-site role emphasizes menu planning and high food safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of relevant cooking experience.
• Ability to train staff in cooking and food handling.
• Demonstrated knowledge in creating recipes and maintaining food quality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, and inventory.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques to kitchen staff.
• Supervise and instruct kitchen staff in food preparation.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Menu planning

Supervision

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• 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