specialist chef

Government of Canada - Central; London; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in London, Ontario seeks a Chef to oversee kitchen operations. This role requires leadership and at least 2 years of relevant experience, where you will train staff, plan menus, and ensure quality food preparations. The position demands strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail, with work strictly on-site.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a chef or in a similar role.
• Ability to create new recipes and train staff in cooking techniques.
• Experience in managing kitchen staff and food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Time management

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Ranks of chefs

• Chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• 5-10 people

Experience and specialization

• International

Food specialties

• Meat, poultry and game

Additional information

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player