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HallyCraft The Buka; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Halifax is seeking a skilled kitchen manager to oversee meal preparation and kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school graduation certificate, experience in African cuisine, and strong management skills. Responsibilities include training staff, managing inventory, and ensuring food quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and staff.
• Knowledge of food allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes.
• Train staff in preparation and cooking.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain inventory.

Skills

Yoruba

Igbo

Client focus

Flexibility

Initiative

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

African cuisine

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Yoruba
• Igbo

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Tasks

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• African cuisine

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?