head chef

Government of Canada - Western; Town of Valleyview; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in the Town of Valleyview, Alberta, seeks a culinary supervisor to oversee kitchen staff, estimate food supply costs, and prepare meals for events and regular service. The candidate should have a secondary school graduation certificate and 3 to 5 years of culinary experience. The position is on-site with no remote options. Enthusiastic candidates with supervisory skills and a passion for food are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3 to less than 5 years of experience in a culinary role.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff and planning menus.
• Ability to consult with clients for events.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of food supplies and organize kitchen tasks.
• Prepare meals for events and regular service.
• Supervise kitchen staff and manage food quality.

Skills

Supervision of kitchen staff

Menu planning

Food quality assurance

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

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Leading/instructing individuals