chef

Government of Canada - Central; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Mississauga is seeking a kitchen supervisor to maintain food cost records, instruct cooks, and prepare meals for events. Ideal candidates should have a secondary school diploma and experience in food preparation. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this role, which has a physically demanding work environment and no option for remote work.

Qualifications

• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events.

Skills

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Client focus

Flexibility

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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 and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Client focus