specialist chef

Sala Modern Thai Kitchen & Bar; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Toronto is seeking a skilled Chef to oversee kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school graduation certificate, 2-3 years of experience, and the ability to create innovative recipes while managing staff. This role is vital in ensuring the highest quality standards for guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience required.
• First Aid and CPR certification is a must.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Instruct and train cooks in food preparation.
• Create new recipes and plan menus.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Menu planning

Supervision

Recipe development

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Chef

Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Thai
• Gluten-free
• Vegan
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities