Executive Chef #2010

Elite Domo; Quebec; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end restaurant in Quebec is seeking a talented Executive Chef to lead culinary operations. The role involves managing kitchen staff, creating seasonal menus, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have significant experience in a similar role, culinary school diploma, and bilingual proficiency in French and English. The position offers a competitive salary, three weeks of paid vacation, and a professional work environment.

Benefits

Three weeks of paid vacation

Group insurance plan

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience as an Executive Chef.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily kitchen operations.
• Develop and plan seasonal menus.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Kitchen team leadership

Operational management

Communication skills

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

Diploma from a recognized culinary or hospitality school

Food safety and hygiene certification (MAPAQ or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a talented and passionate Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations of an establishment renowned for its warm hospitality and refined cuisine. The successful candidate will play a central role in designing creative, seasonal menus, managing the kitchen team, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and profitability. This person will be an inspiring leader who can motivate their team and work closely with management to ensure the ongoing success and growth of the establishment.

Responsibilities

• Represent the establishment and ensure consistent compliance with quality and presentation standards.
• Oversee all daily kitchen operations.
• Develop and plan seasonal menus (breakfast, lunch, dinner, banquets).
• Maintain a 33% food cost ratio and optimize labor cost management.
• Ensure consistency and excellence in dish preparation and service (including corporate events).
• Handle purchasing, manage monthly inventories, and negotiate pricing with suppliers.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Prepare work schedules.
• Oversee and support the smooth execution of corporate events (menus, snacks, logistics).
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards as required by MAPAQ.
• Maintain a respectful, collaborative, and professional work environment within the kitchen team and with other departments.
• Collaborate closely with management to ensure the overall profitability of Bistro West Brome.

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience as an Executive Chef.
• Diploma from a recognized culinary or hospitality school.
• Food safety and hygiene certification (MAPAQ or equivalent).
• Strong skills in kitchen team leadership and operational management.
• Excellent mastery of culinary techniques and strong creativity.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written).

Personal Attributes

• Genuine passion for gastronomy and a drive to create memorable culinary experiences.
• Inspiring leadership and the ability to motivate and engage a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sense of responsibility, adaptability to seasonal fluctuations, and ability to perform under pressure.
• Positive attitude and strong team spirit.

Conditions and Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Main schedule from Tuesday to Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (flexibility required).
• Three (3) weeks of paid vacation annually.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Possibility of group insurance plan and pension plan.
• Respectful, stimulating, and professional work environment.

To Apply

If you are a motivated and organized Executive Chef with a strong team spirit and ready to play a key role in managing a high-end establishment, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Please send your resume to: [e-mail]

Or apply directly online.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.