chef

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

Job summary

A public sector organization in Peterborough, Ontario is looking for a Chef. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school graduation certificate and 2 to 3 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, maintaining food records, and preparing meals for various events. This position is on-site with no remote working options.

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

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.

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Ranks

• 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
• 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 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
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• Working groups

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

• Other benefits