head chef

Government of Canada; Bedford (Ville); On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Bedford, Quebec, is seeking a Head Chef to manage kitchen staff, create new recipes, and prepare a variety of dishes including those for special dietary needs. Candidates should have a relevant certificate and 1-2 years of experience in a fast-paced environment. This position requires on-site presence and includes benefits such as free parking.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in a kitchen.
• Specialization in Thai cuisine.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.

Skills

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Tools

Uniform

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef
• Chef
• Sous-chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• Thai

Food specialties

• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Uniform

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available