Lead Chef – Events & Kitchen Operations

Centre Vorlage; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary membership to the center

Free season pass for dependents

Job summary

Centre Vorlage in Quebec is seeking a Chef to lead kitchen operations, coordinate staff, and ensure quality throughout service. The role involves planning production from forecasted volume and events, training new staff and maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.

You will develop menus with management, monitor portions and recipes, and actively participate in prep, production and service while upholding MAPAQ standards and a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Professional kitchen experience, including team supervision.
• Strong organization and ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to quality, consistency and cleanliness.
• Positive leadership and team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Plan production based on forecasted volume and the event calendar.
• Coordinate kitchen staff during shifts.
• Ensure menus, recipes, portions and preparation methods are followed.
• Actively participate in prep, production and service.
• Lead the kitchen team and assign tasks.
• Train and onboard new staff.
• Serve as a point of contact for the team during service.
• Report operational or staffing issues to the Dining Room Manager or management.
• Develop and update menus and recipe cards in collaboration with management.
• Ensure consistent food quality and presentation.
• Perform regular quality and safety checks (temperatures, timing, cleanliness).
• Address errors or non-compliance immediately.
• Enforce food safety and sanitation standards (MAPAQ).
• Maintain clean, organized and safe workstations.
• Oversee receiving and storage of deliveries.
• Rotate products using FIFO practices.
• Monitor waste and food costs.
• Work closely with the Dining Room Manager for smooth service.
• Promote a respectful and positive work environment.
• Plan and lead kitchen operations during special events.

Skills

Kitchen supervision

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

Food safety standards

Job description

Centre Vorlage in Quebec is seeking a Chef to lead kitchen operations, coordinate staff, and ensure quality throughout service. The role involves planning production from forecasted volume and events, training new staff and maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.

You will develop menus with management, monitor portions and recipes, and actively participate in prep, production and service while upholding MAPAQ standards and a positive team environment.