chef

Government of Canada - Western; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Metro Vancouver seeks a dedicated culinary professional responsible for estimating food costs, instructing kitchen staff, and preparing meals. This role requires solid experience in food preparation and menu planning, with a primary focus on quality and safety standards. Candidates must be flexible and reliable, fulfilling duties on-site only.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience required.
• Must have ability to prepare dishes for customers with food allergies.
• Experience in instructing cooking staff is essential.

Responsibilities

• Estimate supply and food item costs.
• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Instruct cooks in food preparation and presentation.
• Prepare and cook food for daily service and special events.
• Plan menus that meet quality standards.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Inventory management

Menu planning

Food safety

Attention to detail

Training skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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.

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


• Create new recipes


• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food


• 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


• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards


• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances


• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment


• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Flexibility


• Reliability