Head Chef

All First Nations Jobs; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Job summary

Sushi Waa in Nanaimo, BC, is hiring a full-time Head Chef. The role requires 3–5 years in the food service sector with supervisory experience. Salary is C$38.50 per hour, based on a 30–36 hour work week.

The position emphasizes menu development, recipe innovation, staff mentoring, and strong kitchen leadership. The workplace is a Japanese restaurant; post-secondary certificate or diploma in the field is required, and English proficiency is necessary. 4% vacation pay applies.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary certificate or diploma in the industry.
• 3–5 years in food service, including supervisory experience.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop new recipes and menus to attract customers while balancing flavor, nutrition and presentation.
• Upgrade dishes based on feedback, seasonality and trends.
• Ensure consistent high quality and culinary standards in all dishes.
• Oversee kitchen output and ensure health, safety and sanitation compliance.
• Hire, train and mentor kitchen staff; share techniques and new recipes.
• Manage inventory and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Inspect ingredient quality and freshness regularly.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Time management

Food safety

Team training

Education

College/CEGEP certificate or diploma

Job description

# Head ChefFull Time1327435 BC. Ltd. o/a Sushi WaaNanaimo, British ColumbiaPosted Nov 4, 2026Closes May 3, 2027Never pay merely to view a vacancy, apply, attend an interview or receive a job offer. Report requests for money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, passwords or banking information.Job ID110442Job NOC62200Wage$38.50 hourly## Job Description**1327435 BC. Ltd. o/a Sushi Waa** are looking for **a** Full-time, Permanent **Head Chef**, and we are located at **108-50 Tenth Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6L1. Employer:** 1327435 BC. Ltd. o/a Sushi Waa **Position:** Head Chef **Term of Employment:** Permanent, Full-time **Position Available:** 1 **Work location:** #108-50 Tenth Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6L1 **Salary:** C$38.50/hr, based on 30-36 hr/wk **Benefit:** 4% paid vacation **Work Setting:** Japanese Restaurant **Education:** Completion of a post-secondary certificate or diploma in the industry**Experience:** 3-5 years of experience in food service sector, including supervisory experience**Language:** English**Job Description:**− Develop new recipes and design menus that attract customers, balancing flavor, nutrition, and presentation. − Upgrade existing dishes or create new offerings inspired by customer feedback, seasonal availability, and current food trends. − Ensure consistency and high quality in every dish, maintaining the restaurant’s culinary standards. − Oversee all kitchen output while ensuring full compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations. − Make fast, effective decisions under pressure to keep the kitchen running efficiently. − Hire, train, and mentor kitchen staff, sharing culinary techniques and introducing new recipes and equipment. − Manage inventory and control the maintenance of kitchen equipment. − Regularly inspect the quality and freshness of ingredients. **Others:**Position is open and available to underrepresented groups, such as Indigenous, New Immigrants, Youths, Refugees, Elders, and Asylum Seekers, etc., if candidates meet the above requirements. Candidates also legally entitled to work in Canada can apply.**Eligible and interested candidates may send their resumes by:****In-Person:** Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM **Email:** [e-mail] **Mail:** #108-50 Tenth Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6L1## Employment TermsPermanent Employment## Education RequirementCollege, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year## Experience Requirement3 years to less than 5 years## Language RequirementEnglish## Work Hours Per Week30-36 hours week