chef

Government of Canada - Western; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in New Westminster seeks a Chef to supervise and instruct cooking staff. Responsibilities include creating new recipes, ensuring food safety standards, and working in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a secondary school certificate and a Food Safety Certificate, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience preferred.
• Ability to instruct and supervise others.
• Flexibility in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate cooking techniques to kitchen staff.
• Create new recipes and menus.
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Supervision

Menu planning

Instruction

Cooking techniques

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Food Safety 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.

Ranks of chefs

• Chef

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 meals or specialty foods
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods

Supervision

• Cook (general)

Credentials

• Food Safety Certificate

Additional information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Standing for extended periods
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Judgement