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Government of Canada - Western; Prince Albert No. 461; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government institution in Canada is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations, maintain food quality standards, and supervise staff. The ideal candidate should have experience in Vietnamese cuisine, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position requires a College/CEGEP education and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Experience in Vietnamese cuisine is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff and provide training.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Organized

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Requirements

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

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

Cuisine specialties

• 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