head chef

Government of Canada - Atlantic; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency is seeking a Cook Supervisor in New Brunswick, Canada, to lead cooking staff in demonstrating techniques, creating recipes, and ensuring food quality. The role requires 2-3 years of experience, a secondary school certificate, and a passion for various cuisines. This position is on-site only and demands strong leadership and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff.
• Ability to create and instruct on new recipes and cooking methods.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Create new recipes for various menus.
• Instruct and supervise kitchen staff on food preparation and presentation.
• Plan menus to meet quality standards and cater for special events.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Recipe creation

Supervision

Menu planning

Food quality standards

Training staff

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

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
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• Canadian
• International

Food specialties

• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player