chef

Government of Canada - Central; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Prince Albert, SK, seeks a skilled culinary supervisor to oversee kitchen operations. This role involves estimating supply costs, maintaining food inventory, and supervising kitchen staff. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience, particularly in Vietnamese cuisine. This is an on-site position with no remote working option and demands attention to detail and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in the culinary field.
• Experience in Vietnamese cuisine is required.

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 kitchen staff and chefs.

Skills

Leadership

Efficient interpersonal skills

Organized

Reliability

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work location

On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Rural area

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
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• 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
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Experience and specialization

• Vietnamese cuisine

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Reliability