head chef

Dragon Pearl Buffet; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,754 - 62,033; Full time

Job summary

Dragon Pearl Buffet is hiring for a full-time position at their restaurant in North York, Ontario. Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience in a restaurant setting and be able to supervise kitchen staff and manage food preparation. Responsibilities include estimating food costs, instructing cooks, and planning menus. This is a permanent role with no remote work option. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and possess strong leadership skills. Apply by May 27, 2026.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience in a restaurant setting.
• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• 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.
• 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.
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.

Job description

Posted on May 06, 2026 by a licensed third-party for Employer details Dragon Pearl Buffet

Job details

• Location North York , ON M3B 1Y6
• Salary 56,394 annually / 30 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3569995

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 5 years or more in a restaurant setting; work must be completed at the physical location. No option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Supervise activities of sous‑chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self‑identifying as a member of these groups:

Employment groups

• Support for newcomers and refugees
• Provides diversity and cross‑cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
• Support for mature workers
• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers

Who can apply for this job?

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-05-27

Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.