chef

Government of Canada - Western; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in British Columbia is seeking a candidate to supervise kitchen staff and cook food in a fast-paced restaurant environment. The ideal candidate will have a trades certificate or diploma and at least 1-2 years of experience. Responsibilities include managing food costs, supervising kitchen staff, and preparing meals. The position does not offer remote work options and includes benefits like a dental plan and wellness programs.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Parking available

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers.
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Supervision skills

Cooking skills

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

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 site environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Casino

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Additional information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Parking available
• Wellness program