chef

Government of Canada - Western; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking an experienced culinary professional for an on-site role. Responsibilities include estimating food costs, training staff, planning menus, and supervising kitchen activities. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and a culinary diploma. This role requires working in a fast-paced environment and handling heavy loads.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in a culinary role.
• Must have certification or diploma in culinary arts.
• Capability to handle heavy loads and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to staff.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

Work location

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

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Work conditions

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Team player