head chef

La Quercia Ristorante; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the restaurant sector is seeking a dedicated and experienced kitchen supervisor to join their team. This role involves overseeing kitchen operations, managing staff, and ensuring the highest quality of food preparation and presentation. With a focus on leadership and teamwork, you will play a vital role in maintaining the restaurant's reputation for excellence. If you are passionate about culinary arts and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team where your skills will be valued and your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a restaurant setting required.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure quality food preparation.
• Plan menus and manage food costs and inventory.
• Train staff in cooking techniques and food handling.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organization

Reliability

Teamwork

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Job details

• Salary: 72,800 to 75,000 annually (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source: Job Bank #3193583

Overview

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

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Restaurant

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
• 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
• 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
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 16-20 people

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2025-04-18

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