executive chef

Government of Canada - Western; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled kitchen manager to oversee food preparation and staff in a dynamic environment. This role involves estimating costs, maintaining inventory records, and leading a team of chefs and cooks. The successful candidate will demonstrate new cooking techniques, create recipes, and ensure that food meets quality standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and possess strong leadership skills, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a vital culinary role.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items, maintain records of food costs.
• Supervise kitchen staff and demonstrate cooking techniques.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent oral communication

Attention to detail

Organized

Team player

Initiative

Dependability

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview:

Languages: English

Education:

• College/CEGEP

Experience:

5 years or more

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
• 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

Additional Information:

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability:

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits:

Health benefits:

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