chef

EL ESTE TAQUERIA; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading taqueria in Dartmouth is looking for a Chef to supervise kitchen operations and manage staff. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a restaurant setting, showcasing leadership and effective interpersonal skills while working under pressure. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and requires work at the physical location only.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience in a restaurant setting required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in supervision of kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Supervise activities of chefs and kitchen staff.
• Create new recipes and plan menus.

Skills

Leadership

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Dartmouth, NS B3A 3Y6
• Salary: $30.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent, Full time
• Shift types: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, On call, Overtime available
• Starts: as soon as possible
• Source: Job Bank #3437861

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

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

• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area
• Bistro

Ranks of chefs

• Chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Mexican
• International

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Between 45 and 60 kg (100‑132 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Equal Employment Opportunity

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self‑identifying as a member of these groups:

• Support for newcomers and refugees
  • Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Support for Indigenous people
  • Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Supports for visible minorities
  • Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities

Who can apply for this job?

• A permanent resident of Canada
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-12-13

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EL ESTE TAQUERIA

• Accommodation and food services
• 1 job posting advertised
• Medium‑sized business (between 5 and 100 employees)