chef

Government of Canada - Central; Leamington; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking an experienced culinary professional in Leamington, Ontario. You will be responsible for supervising kitchen staff, developing new recipes, and maintaining food quality standards. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in culinary settings and must work onsite. This position requires leadership skills and the ability to manage staff effectively, along with a structured approach to kitchen operations.

Benefits

Staff accommodation available

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in culinary or food service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to cooking staff.
• Create new recipes and instruct cooks in preparation and presentation of food.
• Supervise kitchen staff and prepare dishes for guests with dietary needs.
• Train staff in food preparation and handling.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

College/CEGEP degree

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work setting

• Staff accommodation available

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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 food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• 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
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Other benefits

• Other benefits