Head Chef (7am-3pm Sunday-Thursday)

Camp.us; City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to support their kitchen operations. The successful candidate will work hands-on, cooking while overseeing kitchen standards, guiding staff, and ensuring a positive workplace culture. This role emphasizes culinary excellence, compliance with health standards, and effective communication across departments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen leadership position.
• Ability to create cost-effective menus.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support food preparation and cooking approximately two days per week.
• Oversee kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Develop rotating menus that are nutritious and culturally respectful.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Compliance

Job description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Head Chef to support our kitchen operations. The ideal candidate is not only passionate about food and service, but also committed to building a positive, respectful workplace. This is a hands-on leadership role, where the Head Chef will cook approximately two days per week and step in when short staffed. The Head Chef will work closely with the team to uphold kitchen standards and contribute to a culture of inclusion and collaboration.

The primary role and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Support food preparation and cooking approximately two days per week, and as needed when short staffed, ensuring high-quality, home-style meals that meet the dietary needs and preferences of our guests.
• Oversee kitchen cleanliness, organization, and overall efficiency in collaboration with kitchen staff.
• Develop rotating menus that are cost-effective, nutritious, and culturally respectful.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, and maintain up-to-date kitchen logs.
• Monitor food and supply inventory; place orders and track deliveries to ensure consistent availability without excess waste.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Guide, support, and supervise kitchen team members with a focus on professional development and clear expectations.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to staff to promote a positive work culture and high-performance team.
• Conduct regular check-ins with kitchen staff, support onboarding and training, and address performance concerns with professionalism and care.
• Lead performance evaluations and follow up with individual development goals.
• Address issues as they arise, including navigating difficult conversations and reinforcing standards where needed.
• Foster an atmosphere of collaboration, inclusion, and mutual respect within the kitchen and across departments.
• Communicate with other departments, such as reception and guest services, to coordinate special dietary requests and accommodate changes in guest numbers.
• Manage kitchen schedules and task delegation to maintain balanced workloads.
• Review and submit time sheets in line with Larga policy and ensure effective shift handovers via the communication log.
• Participate in team and safety meetings as required.
• Report maintenance needs, equipment concerns, or supply issues promptly.
• Be available to assist guests as needed and help direct them to the appropriate team member when further support is required.
• As a member of the supervisor team, participate in regular leadership meetings, lead by example, support and help implement new initiatives, and contribute to operational improvements.
• Collaborate with other supervisors on areas such as fiscal responsibility, process standardization, and team engagement.
• Perform other duties as required; all responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Larga Ltd. policies and procedures.