head chef

Queens; Guelph; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Guelph, Ontario, is seeking an experienced head chef to manage kitchen operations and maintain high culinary standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in a busy, upscale environment and strong leadership abilities. This is a full-time or part-time role with competitive pay ranging from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour and benefits such as dental care and free food.

Benefits

Dental care

Discounted or free food

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience as a Sous Chef and/or Chef in an upscale or fine-dining environment.
• Proven expertise in menu development and plating.
• Strong commitment to food quality and health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and manage staff.
• Maintain high culinary standards and food quality.
• Control inventory and supplier relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Organizational skills

Cost control

Education

Food Safe certification

Food Handler certification

Job description

Queen is looking for an EXPERIENCED head chef to join our team.

Requirements include:

• Minimum 6 years of experience as a Sous Chef and/or Chef in a busy upscale or fine-dining environment
• Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage staff, scheduling, and training
• Proven expertise in menu development, plating, and maintaining high culinary standards
• Ability to oversee cost control, inventory, and supplier relationships
• Commitment to consistency, food quality, and health & safety standards

We are looking for experienced, hardworking, reliable chefs that are energetic and motivated. Attention to detail and cleanliness required. Must be available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Job details:

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
• Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour
• Benefits: Dental care, Discounted or free food, On-site parking
• Experience: Restaurant: 8 years (required)
• Licence/Certification: Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)
• Work Location: In person, Guelph, ON

Note: This job posting is subject to the equal employment opportunity laws of the jurisdiction in which it is posted.