head chef

Social; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Vancouver is seeking an experienced head chef to manage kitchen operations, supervise staff, and prepare international cuisine. The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years of experience and a relevant secondary school education. This permanent full-time role offers a salary ranging from $28.00 to $38.00 per hour, with a work schedule of 30 to 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a kitchen environment.
• Must have experience working as a head chef.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook meals for events.
• Consult with clients about menu preferences.
• Plan menus to meet quality standards.
• Recruit and hire kitchen staff.

Skills

Estimating costs

Supervision

Cooking meals

Menu planning

Client consultation

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Posted on 2025-09-18 by a licensed third party for Employer details Social. Direct Apply. Sign in to apply directly on Job Bank, or sign up for a Plus account to get started.

Job details

head chef

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Ranks of chefs: Head chef. 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. Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions. Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards. Recruit and hire staff. Cuisine specialties: International. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years.

• Location 1812 Commercial Drive Vancouver , BC V5N 4A5
• Work location On site
• Salary $ 28.00 to $ 38.00 HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy
• Source Job Bank #3400265

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.

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• International

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 2025-10-18

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