head chef

FEAST OF DILLI; Toronto; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

FEAST OF DILLI is seeking a Head Chef to lead a kitchen in Etobicoke, ON. This on-site role manages cooks and specialists, creates menus, and ensures high-quality dishes for guests and events.

The role requires 1–2 years of chef experience, a related diploma, and safety certificates. You’ll oversee food preparation, inventory, and staff training in a fast-paced restaurant setting.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience as a chef.
• Other trades certificate or diploma.
• Safe Food Handling certificate and Food Safety Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amounts and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff and other cooks.
• Create new recipes.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking and presentation of food.
• Plan menus and ensure quality standards.
• Recruit and hire staff and train them.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Head Chef

FEAST OF DILLI

Location

• Etobicoke , ON M8W 3T7
• Work location On site

Salary

$ 5,200 MONTH monthly / 140 hours per month

Employment Terms

Permanent employment Full time

Start Date

Starts as soon as possible

Vacancies

1 vacancy

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Bar

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Tasks

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. 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. Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances. Recruit and hire staff. Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.

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
• 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
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Food specialties

• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

• a Canadian citizen
• 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

2026-09-03