chef

Government of Canada - Central; Victoria; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Victoria is seeking a culinary professional to oversee cooking staff and ensure high standards in food preparation. The role involves demonstrating cooking techniques, instructing cooks, and creating new recipes in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must have a secondary school diploma and 2-3 years of relevant experience. This position requires working on-site and offers a physically demanding work setting.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Create new recipes.
• Instruct cooks in food preparation and presentation.
• Supervise kitchen staff.
• Plan menus according to quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Reliability

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

• 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 meals or specialty foods
• 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

Experience and specialization

• Cuisine specialties: South Indian
• Vegetarian

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Reliability