master chef

Government of Canada - Central; Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled cook with a passion for culinary arts and leadership. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, creating innovative recipes, and ensuring high-quality food preparation for events. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a fast-paced environment, showcasing their ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and enjoy working as part of a team, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path with the chance to make a significant impact in the culinary field.

Benefits

Gratuities

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Transportation provided by employer

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Certification in cooking and ability to supervise kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure food quality standards are met.
• Plan menus and create new recipes for various events.
• Order supplies and manage kitchen operations efficiently.

Skills

Supervision

Attention to detail

Team player

Dependability

Initiative

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Cook Trade Certification

Job description

Overview

Languages: English or French

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Chinese

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods

Supervision

• Cook (general)

Credentials

• Cook Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Sushi preparation techniques
• Cantonese cuisine
• Japanese cuisine

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Transportation provided by employer