executive chef

Mount Washington Alpine Resort; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious resort is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee culinary operations. The role involves managing kitchen activities, supervising staff, planning menus, and ensuring food quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will have extensive culinary experience and relevant certifications, with a focus on creating memorable dining experiences.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Free parking available

On-site amenities

On-site daycare available

On-site recreation and activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary management experience required.
• Expertise in food safety and cooking techniques essential.
• Proficiency in managing kitchen staff and operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of chefs and kitchen workers.
• Plan menus and ensure quality food standards.
• Oversee food cost management and supply inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent oral communication

Time management

Organized

Attention to detail

Education

Cook Trade Certification

Cook Red Seal Certificate

Tools

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• Culinary arts/chef training
• Restaurant, culinary and catering management/manager
  
  

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Cafeteria
• Catering firm
• Resort
• Hotel, motel, resort
• Bistro
• Café
• Fast food
  
  

Ranks of chefs

• Executive chef
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• 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
• Advise on menu selections
• Schedule staff
• Prepare standards and schedules
• Perform administrative tasks
• Resolve conflict situations
• Communicate with other workers to co-ordinate the preparation and completion of work assignments
• Determine the size of food portions and costs
  
  

Supervision

• More than 20 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Cook Trade Certification
• Cook Red Seal Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate
  
  

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Manager
• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
  
  

Area of specialization

• Process control
• Hotel and catering industry
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
  
  

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
  
  

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
  
  

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site daycare available
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available