head chef

Verve Restaurant; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local dining establishment in Edmonton is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations and design innovative menus. The candidate should possess strong cooking and management skills, along with at least 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen. This full-time position offers an opportunity to create dishes that resonate with customer preferences while ensuring food safety standards are met. Benefits include a flexible schedule and discounted meals.

Benefits

Discounted or free food

Flexible schedule

On-site parking

Qualifications

• 5 years of cooking experience required.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality practices and restaurant management principles.
• Proven experience in food preparation in a professional kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage kitchen staff.
• Develop creative menus based on culinary trends.
• Oversee food preparation and ensure quality.
• Manage inventory and order supplies.

Skills

Hospitality practices

Food preparation and cooking techniques

Team management

Food safety regulations

Menu innovation

Organizational skills

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Verve Restaurant

Job details

• Job Title: Head Chef
• Location: Edmonton, AB
• Work Location: On site
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: $42,362.37 - $55,000 per year
• Terms of employment: Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1
• Source: indeed.com #9873897349

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Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Develop and design creative menus that reflect current culinary trends while meeting customer preferences.
• Oversee food preparation processes to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to food safety standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage ordering of supplies to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and safety standards in all food handling practices.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff in cooking techniques, food handling, and restaurant policies.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Supervise daily kitchen operations, including scheduling shifts and managing workflow during peak hours.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of hospitality practices and restaurant management principles.
• Proven experience in food preparation and cooking techniques in a professional kitchen environment.
• Excellent team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff members.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices in food handling.
• Ability to create innovative dishes that enhance the restaurant's menu offerings.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in both cooking processes and presentation.
• Experience in supervising kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Bartending experience is a plus for creating beverage pairings with menu items.
• Experience: Cooking – 5 years (required)
• Licence/Certification: Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Benefits

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking