head chef

HUH GA NE; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a skilled Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for creating innovative recipes, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring the highest quality of food preparation. With a focus on training and mentoring, you will guide your team in mastering new cooking techniques while maintaining meticulous records of food costs and inventory. This position offers an opportunity to showcase your culinary creativity and leadership skills in a vibrant restaurant environment, making a significant impact on customer satisfaction and dining experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a restaurant setting.
• Ability to instruct and supervise kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, and inventory.
• Supervise cooks and train staff in food preparation and cooking.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality standards are met.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Recipe Creation

Staff Training

Menu Planning

Inventory Management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work Setting: Restaurant

Ranks of Chefs:

Tasks:

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• 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
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision: 5-10 people

Transportation / Travel Information: Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: