Chef – International Cuisine

TEEMA Solutions Group; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Aiden Hotel & Residences invites applications for a Chef – International Cuisine to join our culinary team in Canada. The successful candidate will craft diverse dishes, uphold top food standards, and deliver memorable dining experiences for guests and residents.

This is a key role in our opening team with opportunities to shape our culinary identity. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of international cuisines, restaurant operations experience, and a passion for quality, presentation, and

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing international and multicultural cuisine.
• Culinary education, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of ingredients, cooking methods, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of high-quality dishes representing international cuisines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of global culinary traditions, ingredients, flavours, and techniques.
• Prepare food according to recipes, menus, portion standards, and presentation specs.
• Assist with development of international and multicultural menu items, specials, seasonal offerings.
• Ensure dishes are consistent in quality, flavour, texture, temperature, and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation and kitchen at all times.
• Support training and development of junior culinary team members when required.
• Respond professionally to guest dietary requirements and special requests.

Skills

International cuisine knowledge

Food safety

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship

Job description

Indulge in a sanctuary where every aspect caters to your comfort.

At Aiden, we are creating a unique hotel and residence experience where exceptional hospitality, thoughtful service, and quality come together. As part of our opening team, we are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Chef – International Cuisine to join our culinary team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled culinary professional with strong knowledge of international cuisines who takes pride in creating high-quality dishes, maintaining excellent food standards, and delivering memorable dining experiences for our guests and residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of high-quality dishes representing international cuisines.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of global culinary traditions, ingredients, flavours, and cooking techniques.
• Prepare food according to established recipes, menus, portion standards, and presentation specifications.
• Assist with the development of international and multicultural menu items, daily specials, and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared with consistent quality, flavour, texture, temperature, and presentation.
• Prepare ingredients using professional culinary techniques including chopping, portioning, marinating, grilling, roasting, sautéing, baking, and braising.
• Maintain excellent standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation throughout service.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and culinary team to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Assist with banquet functions, special events, restaurant service, room service, and other hotel culinary requirements.
• Monitor food quality and communicate any concerns regarding ingredients, preparation, or equipment to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain proper food storage, labelling, dating, and rotation procedures.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, health and safety, and hotel standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation and kitchen at all times.
• Minimize food waste through proper preparation, portion control, storage, and ingredient utilization.
• Assist in monitoring inventory and communicating ingredient requirements to the Chef or Kitchen Manager.
• Respond professionally to guest dietary requirements, allergies, and special requests.
• Support the training and development of junior culinary team members when required.
• Contribute ideas for new dishes, menu improvements, and culinary presentations.
• Work efficiently and calmly during busy service periods while maintaining high standards.
• Follow all hotel policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Perform other related culinary duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience as a Chef, Cook, or similar culinary position.
• Strong experience preparing international and multicultural cuisine.
• Culinary education, apprenticeship, or equivalent professional experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of international ingredients, cooking methods, spices, sauces, and culinary techniques.
• Experience in a hotel, restaurant, resort, banquet, or high-volume kitchen environment is an asset.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to food quality and presentation.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a diverse culinary team.
• Highly responsible, reliable, organized, and professional.
• Strong time-management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for international cuisine and creating exceptional guest dining experiences.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout an 8-hour shift.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to safely lift and carry kitchen supplies, food products, and equipment.
• Ability to work in a hot, humid, and fast-paced commercial kitchen environment.
• Ability to safely handle knives, cooking equipment, hot surfaces, and other kitchen tools.
• Ability to maintain concentration and efficiency during extended periods of service.

Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Shift schedules will be based on hotel and culinary operations.

Why Join Aiden?

• Be part of the opening team of a unique hotel and residence property.
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of culinary standards and international menu offerings.
• Work in a collaborative and diverse hospitality environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within the hotel and hospitality industry.

Must already be legally permitted to work in Canada.

Aiden Hotel & Residences is committed to fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive workplace that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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