corporate chef

Education:

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

Work site environment:

Odours. Hot. Cold/refrigerated. Non-smoking.

Work setting:

Restaurant. Remote location. Catering firm. Hotel, motel, resort. Private residence. School or educational institution/establishment. Church. Bakery.

Ranks of chefs:

• Executive chef.
• Pastry chef.
• Meat chef.

Tasks:

• 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.
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs.
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions.
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Leading/instructing individuals.

Supervision:

5-10 people.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Food Safety Certificate.

Cuisine specialties:

• Greek.
• International.
• Mediterranean cuisine.
• Turkish.

Food specialties:

• Bakery goods and desserts.
• Cereals, grains and pulses.
• Cold kitchen.
• Meat, poultry and game.
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms.
• Chocolate.

Specialization or experience:

Green economy sector.

Security and safety:

Bondable.

Transportation/travel information:

Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling.

Personal suitability:

• Leadership.
• Dependability.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility.
• Initiative.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Are you currently a student?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.

Employment terms options:

Early morning. Evening.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

Morning. Night. Day. Weekend.

Health benefits:

Health care plan.

Other benefits:

• Free parking available.
• Parking available.

Support for persons with disabilities:

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.).
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities .
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities.
• Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities .

Support for newcomers and refugees:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees.
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.).
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.).
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees .
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees .

Support for youths:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers