head chef

Government of Canada - Western; Monte Creek; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced head chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a fast-paced restaurant environment. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, creating innovative recipes, and ensuring that all food meets the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will have a strong background in food preparation and a passion for culinary excellence. With a commitment to teamwork and leadership, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. If you thrive under pressure and enjoy working in a vibrant setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Gratuities

Life insurance

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a kitchen environment as a head chef.
• Strong leadership skills to manage kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure food quality meets standards.
• Create new recipes and instruct cooks in food preparation.
• Estimate labor costs and maintain records of food inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Safe Food Handling certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work site environment

• Hot

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• Estimate labour costs
• 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
• 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
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Safe Food Handling certificate

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Gratuities
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available