Culinary Lead: Menu Innovation and Kitchen Operations

Government of Canada - Western; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Campbell River is seeking a skilled Kitchen Supervisor to manage food preparation and kitchen staff. This role involves menu planning, supervising cooking staff, and ensuring food quality standards are met. Candidates should have a secondary school graduation certificate and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The position is on-site and physically demanding, requiring effective leadership and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Analyze operating costs and other data.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Create new recipes.
• Prepare and cook complete meals for events.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality.
• Train staff in food preparation and handling.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

A government organization in Campbell River is seeking a skilled Kitchen Supervisor to manage food preparation and kitchen staff. This role involves menu planning, supervising cooking staff, and ensuring food quality standards are met. Candidates should have a secondary school graduation certificate and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The position is on-site and physically demanding, requiring effective leadership and strong communication skills.