head chef

Government of Canada - Western; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Head Chef to lead culinary operations in a vibrant restaurant setting. This dynamic role involves overseeing kitchen staff, creating innovative recipes, and ensuring the highest food quality standards. With a focus on Canadian cuisine, you will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise while managing a fast-paced environment. If you possess strong leadership qualities and a passion for cooking, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Health care plan

Gratuities

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to supervise kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and maintain food cost records.
• Supervise kitchen staff and create new recipes.
• Prepare and cook meals for events and special guests.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent oral communication

Dependability

Team player

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Organized

Initiative

Education

Cook Trade Certification

Certified chef de cuisine (CCC)

Safe Food Handling certificate

Cook Red Seal Certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

Work Setting

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

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Ranks of Chefs

• Head chef

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
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• 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
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Credentials

• Cook Trade Certification
• Certified chef de cuisine (CCC)
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Cook Red Seal Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and Specialization

• Cuisine specialties: Canadian

Additional Information

Transportation/Travel Information

• Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal Suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Health care plan

Financial Benefits

• Gratuities
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)