Chef

Adrak Hospitality; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Adrak Hospitality in Richmond Hill, Canada is seeking an experienced kitchen supervisor to lead a fast-paced kitchen team. You will plan menus, supervise cooks, and ensure high standards of food quality and presentation.

The role requires 1–2 years in a culinary environment, strong leadership and communication, and the ability to train staff and manage inventories in a busy restaurant.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required.
• Secondary education completed.
• 1 year to less than 2 years in a kitchen/restaurant setting.
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amounts and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and new equipment to staff.
• Create new recipes and menu items.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation.
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook food for regular service or special events.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Recruit and hire staff; train staff in food prep and handling.
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Team player

Education

Secondary school diploma

Job description

OVERVIEW

LANGUAGES

English

EDUCATION

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

EXPERIENCE

1 year to less than 2 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
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• 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
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

SUPERVISION

• 5-10 people

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Team player