chef

Government of Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian government agency is looking for a Head Chef in Oakville, Ontario. This position involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining food safety standards, and managing culinary operations. Ideal candidates should possess relevant culinary certifications and experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The role is on-site, with benefits including on-site housing options and recreation activities.

Benefits

Free parking available

On-site amenities

On-site housing options

On-site recreation and activities

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Experience in managing kitchen staff and operations.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to staff.
• Supervise activities of chefs and kitchen workers.
• Create new recipes and prepare complete meals.

Skills

Supervision

Culinary skills

Food safety

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Safe Food Handling certificate

Emergency First Aid and CPR

Food Safety Certificate

Tools

Computer

Cellular phone

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Years: 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

• Formal dining room
• Staff accommodation available
• Staff accommodation provided
• Room and board provided
• Rural area
• Remote location
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Camp
• Children's services facility

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 11-15 people

Credentials

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Area of work experience

• Manager

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

• Computer
• Internet access
• Cellular phone

Benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available