head chef

Nonna Lia; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A fine dining establishment in Toronto is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations. The role requires 3-5 years of experience and includes responsibilities like menu planning, staff supervision, and maintaining food quality. The ideal candidate must demonstrate leadership and excellent communication skills in a fast-paced environment. Join us to create authentic Italian cuisine and lead an enthusiastic kitchen team.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Skills in training staff in food preparation and handling.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Plan menus and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Organized

Team player

Initiative

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Work Term: Permanent

Work Language: English

Hours: 37 hours per week

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

Fine dining establishment

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 complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• 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
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading / instructing individuals
• Establish or implement policies and procedures for staff
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed

Supervision

• 16-20 people

Cuisine specialties

• Italian cuisine
• International

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Does not require Canadian work experience