chef

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a skilled kitchen supervisor to lead and inspire a team of culinary professionals. This role involves overseeing food preparation, maintaining quality standards, and creating innovative recipes. With a focus on training and development, you will ensure that all kitchen staff are equipped with the skills needed to excel in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for cooking and a knack for leadership, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train kitchen staff while maintaining food quality standards.
• Plan menus and manage food preparation for various events.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Menu Planning

Supervision

Food Safety

Inventory Management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• 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
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking