Lead Chef - Create Recipes, Train & Lead Kitchen Team

Zen Japanese Restaurant; Markham; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Zen Japanese Restaurant in Markham, ON is seeking a skilled Chef to lead kitchen operations and cultivate high-quality Japanese cuisine. You will create new recipes, guide cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation to delight guests with consistent results.

The role is permanent, full-time, and requires 3–5 years of kitchen experience, with a Secondary school graduation certificate. You will supervise 5–10 staff and work onsite, managing diverse tasks across fish, seafood, meat,

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in a kitchen setting.
• Must be able to work at the physical location; no remote work.

Responsibilities

• Create new recipes.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook food regularly or for special guests or functions.
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Job description

Zen Japanese Restaurant in Markham, ON is seeking a skilled Chef to lead kitchen operations and cultivate high-quality Japanese cuisine. You will create new recipes, guide cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation to delight guests with consistent results.

The role is permanent, full-time, and requires 3–5 years of kitchen experience, with a Secondary school graduation certificate. You will supervise 5–10 staff and work onsite, managing diverse tasks across fish, seafood, meat,