chef

Government of Canada - Central; Pickering; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Pickering, Ontario is seeking an experienced Cook to supervise kitchen staff, estimate food costs, and ensure quality standards. The role involves menu planning and preparing specialty foods. Candidates should have a Cook Red Seal Certificate and at least 5 years of cooking experience, particularly in Italian cuisine. Benefits include gratuities and paid time off.

Benefits

Gratuities

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Parking available

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in professional cooking.
• Experience with Italian cuisine is preferred.
• Strong ability to manage kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain records.
• Plan and direct food preparation activities.

Skills

Supervise kitchen staff

Demonstrate cooking techniques

Recipe creation

Food cost analysis

Education

Cook Red Seal Certificate

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

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
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Cook Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Italian cuisine

Food specialties

• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
• Chocolate

Benefits

• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available