executive chef

Government of Canada; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Metro Vancouver seeks a skilled cook to supervise kitchen staff, estimate costs, and prepare meals for various events. The ideal candidate will have a trades certificate and 2-3 years of cooking experience. This role requires strong culinary skills, creativity in recipe development, and knowledge of dietary considerations. Work is performed on-site, with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of cooking experience.
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff and operations.
• Knowledge of food allergies and dietary restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Estimate supplies and food costs.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques to staff.
• Supervise activities of kitchen workers.
• Create new recipes and instruct cooks.

Skills

Supervision

Cooking techniques

Recipe creation

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Experience and specialization

• International