chef

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

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a skilled cook to supervise kitchen staff and prepare food on-site. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school graduation certificate and experience in Japanese cuisine. Responsibilities include demonstrating cooking techniques, creating recipes, and ensuring food quality. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are essential. This role requires working at the physical location with no remote option.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in cooking or food preparation.
• Experience with Japanese cuisine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment.
• Create new recipes.
• Instruct cooks in food preparation and presentation.
• Supervise cooks and kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook food for functions.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Menu planning

Supervision

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

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

• 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
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Japanese cuisine

Food specialties

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

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player