Executive chef

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Gatineau; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking available

On-site amenities

On-site recreation and activities

Other benefits

Parking available

Variable or compressed work week

Job summary

Kibbi Technologies Inc. is seeking an experienced head chef to lead our kitchen team and ensure the highest standards for menu planning, food quality, and cost control. The role involves training staff, managing inventory, and coordinating with events and large functions.

You will oversee recipe development, supervise cooks, and maintain records on food costs, waste, and utilization in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Culinary training and relevant trade certification.
• 3 years to less than 5 years in kitchen roles.
• Experience managing kitchen operations and staff.

Responsibilities

• 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 equipment to staff.
• Supervise cooks and kitchen staff.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Recruit and hire kitchen staff.
• Train staff in preparation and handling of food
• Lead/instruct individuals in culinary tasks

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Cook Trade Certification

Job description

LANGUAGES

Bilingual

EDUCATION

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

EXPERIENCE

3 years to less than 5 years

ON SITE

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

WORK SITE ENVIRONMENT

• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Non-smoking

WORK SETTING

• Restaurant
• Urban area
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Resort
• Hotel, motel, resort

RANKS OF CHEFS

• Executive chef
• Head 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 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

SUPERVISION

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

CREDENTIALS

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES

• Cook Trade Certification

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIALIZATION

CUISINE SPECIALTIES

• Sushi preparation techniques
• Japanese cuisine
• Korean

FOOD SPECIALTYPES

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Cold kitchen
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
• Desserts and pastries

AREA OF WORK EXPERIENCE

• Manager

AREA OF SPECIALIZATION

• Kitchen

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

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

BENEFITS

OTHER BENEFITS

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week