sushi chef

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a skilled cook for their restaurant in Halifax. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience, a Cook Trade Certification, and knowledge in sushi preparation. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, maintaining food records, and ensuring quality standards for meals. This on-site role offers free parking and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years experience in a kitchen setting.
• Experience in sushi preparation and various cooking techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff and create new recipes.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods.

Skills

Sushi preparation techniques

Leadership

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Cook Trade Certification

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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 setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Sushi chef
• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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
• 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
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Cook Trade Certification
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Sushi preparation techniques
• Teppanyaki
• Vegetarian
• International

Food specialties

• Fish and seafood
• Stocks, soups and sauces

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

• Free parking available