chef

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Dartmouth is seeking a skilled chef to supervise kitchen staff and prepare high-quality meals, particularly Japanese cuisine. The ideal candidate has experience in cooking techniques and is capable of managing staff, planning menus, and consulting with clients for special events. This role requires work on-site with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising kitchen staff and preparing meals.
• Knowledge of sushi preparation techniques and Japanese cuisine.
• Ability to recruit and hire kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate cooking techniques to staff.
• Supervise activities of kitchen personnel.
• Prepare, cook, and plan menus for events.
• Arrange equipment purchases and repairs.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Supervision

Menu planning

Client consultation

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Sushi preparation techniques
• Japanese cuisine