Head Chef (Korean Cuisine)

Hanwoori Korean Restaurant; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Korean dining establishment located in Burnaby seeks a full-time Head Chef specializing in Korean Cuisine. Responsibilities include designing authentic recipes, overseeing food preparation, and supervising the cooking team. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in commercial food preparation, including 2 years in a supervisory role, and completion of secondary school. A Korean cooking certificate is an asset. Competitive wages range from CAD$30.00-37.00 per hour depending on skills and experience.

Benefits

4% of vacation pay

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in commercial food preparation.
• Minimum of two years in a supervisory capacity.
• Skills demonstration may be required.

Responsibilities

• Create and design authentic Korean recipes and menu items.
• Oversee food preparation using traditional Korean cooking methods.
• Supervise and guide the team of Korean sous-chefs and cooks.

Skills

Korean cuisine expertise

Menu design and recipe creation

Supervisory skills

Food preparation knowledge

Education

Completion of secondary school

Management training

Korean food cooking certificate

Job description

Hanwoori Korean Restaurant is located at 5740 Imperial St, Burnaby, BC V5J 1G2. We are currently looking for a permanent, full time Head Chef (Korean Cuisine). If you are interested, please submit your resume by e-mail.

Wages: CAD$30.00-37.00 (depending on skills & experiences)

Types: Full-time, Permanent (various shifts, including evening, weekends, and holidays)

Working hours: 30~40 hours/week

Benefits: 4% of vacation pay

Job Duties:

• Create and design authentic Korean recipes and menu items that highlight traditional flavors and cooking techniques;
• Expand the menu offerings to reflect the unique culinary traditions from various regions of Korea
• Plan and oversee food preparation and cooking processes, ensuring the use of traditional Korean cooking methods, such as fermentation, grilling, and stewing;
• Maintain the highest quality standards for Korean cuisine, ensuring authentic recipes and presentation;
• Estimate food needs and provide cost estimates for ingredients, labor, and other related expenses;
• Supervise and guide the team of Korean sous-chefs and cooks, ensuring they are trained in the authentic Korean culinary techniques;
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs;
• Lead the recruitment and hiring of staff;
• May prepare and cook traditional Korean food on a regular basis, or for special guests, functions, or guests with allergies.

Job requirements:

• Completion of secondary school
• Management training and 3-5 years of experience in commercial food preparation, including two years in a supervisory capacity and experience as a sous-chef, specialist chef or chef required.
• Skills demonstration may be required.
• Korean food cooking certificate an asset.

Language at work: English