chef de cuisine

Government of Canada - Central; Wawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Wawa, Ontario is seeking a skilled chef to supervise kitchen operations. Responsibilities include managing food costs, training staff, and creating menu items focusing on Canadian and international cuisines. The ideal candidate will have relevant culinary certifications and experience in a fast-paced environment. This position requires on-site work with no remote option and includes opportunities for staff accommodation.

Benefits

Staff accommodation available

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff and training new chefs.
• Knowledge of various international cuisines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs and sales.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality standards.

Skills

Supervision

Recipe creation

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Cook Trade Certification

Safe Food Handling certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

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 site environment

• Wet/damp
• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Formal dining room
• Staff accommodation available
• Restaurant
• Rural area
• Remote location
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Resort
• Hotel, motel, resort

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef
• Chef
• Sauce chef
• Pastry chef
• Meat chef
• Fish chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• 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
• 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
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Cook Trade Certification
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• Canadian
• Greek
• Italian cuisine
• European
• International
• Croatian
• Portuguese
• Gluten-free
• Mediterranean cuisine

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Benefits Other benefits

• Other benefits