head chef

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government authority in Peel Region, Mississauga is seeking an experienced Chef. The role involves supervising kitchen staff, creating recipes, and preparing meals for various events. Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of experience in the culinary field. The position is on-site with no remote work option. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success.

Benefits

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in cooking.
• Ability to prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment.
• Create new recipes and supervise kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook complete meals for events.

Skills

Demonstrate new cooking techniques

Instruct cooks

Plan menus

Supervise kitchen staff

Leadership

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• Thai
• International

Food specialties

• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Other benefits

• Other benefits