Head Chef: Lead Kitchen, Create Menus & Mentor Team

Red Light Ramen Bar; Nelson; On-site; NZD 40,782 - 50,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Job summary

Red Light Ramen Bar in Nelson, BC is seeking a permanent, full-time kitchen leader to supervise a team of 16-20 staff and manage daily kitchen operations. You will oversee cost records, inventory, menu planning and food preparation for diverse dietary needs.

The role requires a Food Safety Certificate and leadership in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position has no remote option; compensation is CAD 24.16–30.00 per hour for 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Leadership required to supervise 16-20 staff.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience in managing costs and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Analyze operating costs and other data.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Supervise activities of chefs, cooks and kitchen staff.
• Create new recipes and plan menus; ensure quality standards.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Recruit and hire staff; lead sous-chefs, chefs and cooks.

Skills

Leadership

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Red Light Ramen Bar in Nelson, BC is seeking a permanent, full-time kitchen leader to supervise a team of 16-20 staff and manage daily kitchen operations. You will oversee cost records, inventory, menu planning and food preparation for diverse dietary needs.

The role requires a Food Safety Certificate and leadership in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position has no remote option; compensation is CAD 24.16–30.00 per hour for 40 hours per week.