specialist chef

Government of Canada - Central; Oakville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector entity in Ontario seeks a Culinary Supervisor to oversee a team of cooks. Responsibilities include estimating food costs, maintaining inventory records, training staff, and creating recipes with a focus on Italian cuisine. Ideal candidates will have secondary school education and at least a year of culinary experience. This position requires on-site work in a fast-paced environment and offers gratuities as a financial benefit.

Benefits

Gratuities

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in the culinary field, preferably with Italian cuisine.
• Ability to supervise 3-4 kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amounts and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Create new recipes and plan menus.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking, and food handling.

Skills

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot

Responsibilities Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Italian cuisine
• European

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player

Benefits Financial benefits

• Gratuities