chef

Government of Canada - Western; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a skilled kitchen manager in Port Coquitlam. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining food quality standards. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience and a background in Japanese cuisine. This position is on-site and requires strong leadership and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a kitchen setting.
• Experience with Japanese cuisine is an asset.

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 chefs and kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis or for special guests.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.

Skills

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation 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.

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• Japanese cuisine

Additional information Personal suitability

• Team player