head chef

Government of Canada - Western; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Calgary seeks a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations. Key responsibilities include estimating food costs, supervising staff, and creating menus while ensuring high culinary standards. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in a high-pressure restaurant environment and be proficient in Canadian and Italian cuisines. Health benefits and gratuities are included in the package.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years experience in a restaurant setting.
• Experience with Canadian and Italian cuisine specialties is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 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

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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 menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Experience and specialization

• Cuisine specialties: Canadian
• Italian cuisine

Food specialties

• Meat, poultry and game

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
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

• Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits