head chef

Government of Canada - Western; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Airdrie, Alberta, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations, including staff supervision and meal preparation. The ideal candidate has experience in Canadian and Italian cuisines, along with a relevant high school graduation certificate. This role demands strong leadership skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Gratuities

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant experience in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to supervise team and manage kitchen operations effectively.
• Experience with Canadian and Italian cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook complete meals.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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.

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• 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

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Experience and specialization

• Canadian
• Italian cuisine
• International

Additional information

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

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

• Gratuities