specialty foods chef

Government of Canada - Western; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector employer in Vancouver seeks a Kitchen Supervisor to manage kitchen operations, supervise staff, and prepare high-quality meals. The role requires a secondary school graduation certificate and a Food Safety Certificate, along with at least 2 years of experience in food preparation and cooking. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

As per collective agreement

Gratuities

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a relevant kitchen role.
• Ability to instruct staff and demonstrate cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs and maintain records of food.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods.
• Supervise cooks and kitchen staff.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Menu planning

Supervisory skills

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Food Safety 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 site environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Formal dining room
• Restaurant
• Bar

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
• 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
• 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

• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• East Indian

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Free parking available