Chinese Chef (In-Flight Catering)

Newrest Catering Ltd; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company seeks a skilled Chinese Chef to join its team in Toronto. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality, authentic Chinese cuisine for airline clients, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This role promises an opportunity to showcase culinary talents while contributing to an inclusive and diverse working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing authentic Chinese dishes.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain quality standards.
• Understanding of food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Master and execute a variety of authentic Chinese dishes.
• Maintain proper food production records and ensure all equipment is operational.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Expertise in Chinese cuisine

Food safety knowledge

Team communication

Job description

NEWREST IN CANADA:

Our clients include leading airline companies such as Air Canada Jazz, American Airlines, Aero Mexico, Air France KLM, Saudia Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Egyptair, Ethiopian Airlines, and Brussels Airlines.

Newrest has three major operational units based in Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary.

These units specialize in airline catering and buy-on-board services. We are successfully growing and are looking for new talent to reinforce and develop our business.

Newrest is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Apply today and be part of our team, delivering exceptional catering services and food products to top airlines worldwide!

Note: We are looking for candidates who are already in Canada with a valid work document.

Mission: As a Chinese Chef at Newrest, you will bring your expertise in Chinese cuisine to prepare and present exceptional dishes for our airline clients. Your skills will ensure high-quality, authentic meals that meet airline standards and delight passengers globally.

Responsibilities:

1. Master and execute a variety of authentic Chinese dishes.
2. Demonstrate a complete understanding of the required menus.
3. Prepare meats, fishes, pastas, side dishes, and garnishes following recipes carefully.
4. Roast, fry, steam, grill, bake meats, fishes, and vegetables as required by recipes.
5. Prepare food by cleaning, peeling, mincing, cutting, chopping, mixing, portioning, measuring ingredients, packaging, and labeling.
6. Maintain proper food production records and ensure all equipment is operational.
7. Responsible for sanitation and post-service setup.
8. Notify management of any maintenance repairs or unsafe conditions.
9. Taste and smell prepared food to determine quality and palatability.
10. Monitor temperatures of hot and cold foods to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
11. Study recipes assigned by the Executive Chef, and coordinate meal preparations.
12. Coordinate preparation for the following day’s menus.
13. Manage the prep list to plan duties efficiently.
14. Ensure recipes are followed to maintain consistent quality.
15. Assist in the coordination and execution of special menus for client presentations.
16. Ensure all kitchen equipment is in working order and kept clean.
17. Wear appropriate food safety equipment and practice personal hygiene.
18. Maintain good portion control and forecast production needs.
19. Communicate effectively with kitchen personnel and other departments.
20. Comply with all company service standards, health and safety procedures, and food safety requirements.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.