Head Chef: Creative Cuisine & Kitchen Leadership

OLIVER & BONACINI; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared gratuities

Paid vacation, sick, and personal day

Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance program

Group life and disability insurance

50% dining discount at all O&B рестора

RRSP matching

Employee referral program

Internal career opportunities

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a Chef de Cuisine in Toronto to lead the culinary team with passion, vision, and precision, upholding the highest standards of cuisine and guest experience.

You'll partner with the Front of House, manage food and labor costs, curate distinctive menus, and mentor a diverse culinary staff while ensuring safety and quality across all service periods. This role offers a dynamic, hospitality-forward environment with opportunities to influence menus and guest memories.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a catering or similar environment.
• Post-secondary education in Culinary Arts Management or related field.
• Red Seal and food handler certifications are assets.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• HR management experience including recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Staff leadership and team development capabilities.
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Communicate the kitchen vision to the team and lead by example.
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in execution and cleanliness.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and food/labour cost controls.
• Develop and curate menus reflecting the venue’s standards.
• Collaborate with FOH leadership for seamless guest experience.
• Lead recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Uphold health and safety standards across the kitchen.
• Support event space evolution and culinary offerings.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Budgeting & cost control

Strong communication

HR management

Multitasking

Team development

Legal to work in Canada

Education

Culinary Arts Management degree

Red Seal Certification (asset)

Food handler certification (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a Chef de Cuisine in Toronto to lead the culinary team with passion, vision, and precision, upholding the highest standards of cuisine and guest experience.

You'll partner with the Front of House, manage food and labor costs, curate distinctive menus, and mentor a diverse culinary staff while ensuring safety and quality across all service periods. This role offers a dynamic, hospitality-forward environment with opportunities to influence menus and guest memories.