head chef

Pizzeria Via Mercanti; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a dedicated kitchen supervisor to lead their team in a vibrant restaurant setting. This role involves demonstrating innovative cooking techniques and creating exciting new recipes while ensuring high standards of food quality and service. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing their skills in meal preparation for various events. Join a dynamic team where your culinary expertise will shine, and contribute to memorable dining experiences for guests. If you are passionate about food and enjoy leading others, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a restaurant setting is required.
• Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff and demonstrate new cooking techniques.
• Create new recipes and prepare meals for events.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality standards are met.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Recipe Creation

Supervision

Food Preparation

Team Collaboration

Job description

Posted on January 03, 2025 by Employer details Pizzeria Via Mercanti

Job details

• Salary: $30.00 hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source: Job Bank #3195826

Overview

Languages

Education

Experience

5 years or more

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

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• 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
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-04-02