head chef

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Saint George; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Saint George, New Brunswick, seeks a skilled cook to demonstrate culinary techniques, create recipes, and supervise kitchen staff. Ideal candidates should have a secondary school graduation certificate and 2 to 3 years of cooking experience. Responsibilities include menu planning, food preparation, and training staff. This position is on-site with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a cooking environment.
• Ability to demonstrate new cooking techniques to staff.
• Experience in planning menus and ensuring food quality.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to staff.
• Create new recipes for the menu.
• Instruct cooks in food preparation and presentation.
• Supervise kitchen staff and perform regular cooking duties.
• Train staff in food handling and cooking practices.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Recipe creation

Food presentation

Supervision

Menu planning

Education

Secondary (high) 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

• 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