head chef

Government of Canada - Western; Town of Sylvan Lake; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Alberta is seeking a food service manager with 3-5 years of experience in food service management. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, managing food inventory, and ensuring quality standards are met. This is an on-site position requiring strong interpersonal and team skills. Candidates must have a secondary school graduation certificate.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in food service management.
• Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers.
• Instruct cooks in preparation and presentation of food.
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On Site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Bar

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous‑chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information: Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Accurate