executive chef

The Dolar Shop; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in British Columbia seeks an experienced kitchen supervisor. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen staff, preparing meals, and ensuring food quality. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma. This position requires working in a fast-paced environment and managing food costs effectively. The role is full-time on-site with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in culinary roles.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise kitchen staff.
• Knowledge of food safety and preparation standards.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Supervise preparation and presentation of food.
• Train kitchen staff in food preparation techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Posted on September 16, 2025 by a licensed third-party for Employer details The Dolar Shop

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Job details

• Salary 36.80 hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Experience and specialization

• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Bonus

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

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