head chef

Government of Canada - Central; Ajax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Ajax, Ontario, is seeking a Culinary Supervisor responsible for estimating food costs, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring quality standards in meal preparation. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a culinary setting and strong leadership skills. This role requires on-site work only and offers a fast-paced environment with demanding physical conditions.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in a culinary role.
• Experience in supervising and training kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, and inventory.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff and chefs.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods.

Skills

Dependability

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

5 years or more

On Site

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

Work Setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• 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
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Cuisine Specialties

• East Indian
• Vegetarian

Additional Information: Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Personal Suitability

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player