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Government of Canada - Atlantic; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Halifax is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to lead a culinary team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a kitchen, specializing in Korean cuisine. Responsibilities include supervising staff, creating recipes, and maintaining food quality. This on-site role requires attention to detail and the ability to train and motivate kitchen personnel.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of kitchen experience required.
• Specialization in Korean cuisine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Create new recipes.
• Instruct cooks in food preparation and presentation.
• Supervise cooks and kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook food regularly or for special events.
• Plan menus to meet quality standards.
• Train staff in food handling and preparation.

Skills

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

• 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 food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions


• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards


• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Korean

Food specialties

• Cold kitchen


• Fish and seafood


• Meat, poultry and game


• Stocks, soups and sauces


• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment


• Attention to detail


• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Dependability


• Efficient interpersonal skills


• Flexibility


• Initiative


• Organized


• Reliability


• Team player