Head chef

Global Pathway Education & Immigration Services PVT LTD; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering and immigration services company in Fredericton is looking for a skilled Head Chef to manage kitchen operations. The ideal candidate must have 2 to 3 years of experience along with Safe Food Handling and Food Safety certifications. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, preparing specialty foods, planning menus, and managing food costs. This position requires strong leadership skills and knowledge in Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisines. If you are passionate about food and leadership, apply now.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a head chef role.
• Safe Food Handling and Food Safety certifications are required.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff and managing food costs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Supervise activities of all kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook specialty foods for events.
• Plan menus and oversee food preparation.

Skills

Food cost management

Supervision

Recipe development

Food safety

Training

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Head chef

Location: 1381 Regent Street, Fredericton, NB E3C 1A2

Responsibilities

• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Lead/instruct individuals

Supervision

5-10 people

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience

Certificates

Safe Food Handling certificate & Food Safety Certificate

Ranks of chefs

Head chef

Work Setting

• Restaurant
• Fast food

Cuisine specialties

• Lebanese
• Mediterranean cuisine