head chef

1881 Steakhouse & Burger Bar; Guelph; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Guelph is seeking a skilled Cook with 3 to 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, estimating costs of supplies, and planning menus to ensure quality standards are met. Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate new cooking techniques. A dependable and organized team player is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a restaurant setting required.
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff effectively.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and maintain food cost records.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff and maintain quality standards.
• Train cooks in preparation and handling of food.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking techniques

Menu planning

Food safety

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work setting

• Formal dining room
• Restaurant

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• 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
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading / instructing individuals

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 30 to 40 hours per week