head chef

Lylas House; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local café and wine bar in Toronto is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, developing menus, and ensuring food quality aligns with their culinary vision. Strong leadership skills and a passion for high-quality food are essential. This full-time position offers a salary ranging from $50,000.00 to $60,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods.
• Effective team management skills.
• Familiarity with food safety standards.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative approach to menu development.
• Excellent organizational and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the kitchen team.
• Oversee food preparation and maintain consistency.
• Develop and implement current menus.
• Ensure cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.
• Manage food costs and inventory.
• Collaborate on food and wine pairings.
• Drive culinary innovation while ensuring profitability.

Skills

Leadership skills

Food preparation techniques

Team management

Creativity in menu development

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and drive the culinary vision of our café and wine bar. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, leadership, and a passion for high-quality food. As Head Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations, from menu development and ingredient sourcing to team management and food quality control. You’ll create and execute menus that reflect our casual yet refined dining concept.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise the kitchen team.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation and cooking to maintain consistency in taste and presentation.
• Develop and implement menus that reflect current culinary trends while meeting customer preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, adhering to health regulations.
• Develop and execute menus that align with the café and wine bar’s brand and style in collaboration with management.
• Manage food costs and inventory.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with management to create food and wine pairings.
• Drive innovation while maintaining consistency and profitability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a kitchen or restaurant setting.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods.
• Experience in managing a team effectively, fostering collaboration and motivation.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and best practices in food handling.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Creative approach to menu development and presentation.
• Excellent organizational and financial management abilities.
• Passion for local ingredients, wine, and dining trends.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: $50,000.00–$60,000.00 per year
• Location: Toronto, ON (On site)
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1
• Source: indeed.com #9922812642

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