chef

Government of Canada - Central; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Halifax is seeking a Head Chef to supervise kitchen staff and manage food operations. The role requires 3 to 5 years of experience and the ability to work under pressure. Responsibilities include estimating food costs, maintaining inventory, and creating new recipes for events. This position is on-site with no remote work options, and candidates should possess strong leadership qualities.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a relevant position.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers.
• Create new recipes.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

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 site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Cuisine specialties: Canadian
• Cuisine specialties: International

Food specialties

• Eggs and dairy
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities:
  • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Physically demanding
  • Attention to detail
  • Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player