Head Chef - Vicinato Ristorante (Contract)

Murphy Hospitality Group; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Head Chef to lead culinary excellence at Vicinato Ristorante. This role emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and a love for Italian cuisine, where you will develop menus, foster a positive kitchen culture, and ensure a memorable guest experience. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, guiding a team of culinary professionals while maintaining high standards of food quality and service. Join a supportive company that values personal and professional growth, offering competitive compensation and a nurturing workplace. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a beloved local restaurant, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Annual bonus program

Extended health, medical, and dental coverage

Growth and professional development opportunities

Wellness and Fitness programs

Paid time off including annual paid sick and vacation time

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience with Italian cuisine in a high-volume restaurant.
• Experience in kitchen leadership roles like Sous Chef or Head Chef.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop menus using local ingredients.
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and team performance.

Skills

Italian cuisine

Leadership

Time management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Culinary Arts training or diploma

Tools

Optimum Control

Job description

At Murphy Hospitality Group we pride ourselves on an exceptionally high standard of quality service and products. It takes the best people to reach this high standard of excellence. We believe in extensive training and providing our people with an excellent benefits program, competitive wages, advancement, and professional development opportunities. At MHG it's all about the people!

Vicinato Ristorante

Welcome to Vicinato Ristorante, an authentic, year-round Italian Neighbourhood experience located in historic Victoria Row in the heart of Charlottetown. Savour our selection of well-loved Italian dishes made with fresh local and imported ingredients, perfectly paired with classic Italian wines. Feel right at home at Vicinato Ristorante, the perfect gathering place for friends, family and neighbours.

As Head Chef, You Will:

• Demonstrate and communicate vision and culinary concepts to all team members
• Create and develop menus, including using products that are grown and sourced locally
• Ensure team members provide a memorable guest experience through coaching and fostering a positive working culture by reinforcing the MHG Values
• Demonstrate and promote a kitchen culture that revolves around the enjoyment of cooking, food, and working as a team
• Demonstrate an influential presence in the kitchen which fosters growth, learning, and development
• Work with the Sous Chef, Prep Manager and all team members to meet all projected goals when it comes to cost, waste and labour control
• Oversee ordering of inventory and daily prep work
• Responsible for completing weekly inventory
• Recipe and menu development and input into inventory system, Optimum Control
• Work on the line with team members, maintaining a high level of food quality
• Oversee kitchen operations and cleanliness

Who You Are:

• Have a passion for the Italian culinary experience and the food service industry
• Ability to take and give direction, working calmly under pressure
• A self-driven individual who relishes leading a team of culinary professionals
• Patient, compassionate, composed, and creative
• Customer focused problem solver with excellent time management skills
• Enjoy learning and teaching new things, helping team members grow and develop their talents
• Have a desire for personal and professional development

What You Bring:

• Applicants should have 1+ years experience with Italian cuisine
• Must have experience cooking and leading in a full-service high-volume restaurant
• Previous experience working as a Sous Chef or Head Chef (kitchen leadership role)
• Culinary Arts training or diploma considered an asset

What we Offer:

• Term contract as this is a maternity leave coverage position
• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual bonus program
• Extended health, medical, and dental coverage
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• Wellness and Fitness programs
• Paid time off including annual paid sick and vacation time