chef de cuisine

Education:

Other trades certificate or diploma.

Work site environment:

Hot.

Tasks:

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Estimate labour costs.
• 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.
• 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.
• Recruit and hire staff.
• 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 :

Cook Trade Certification. Food Safety Certificate.

Cuisine specialties:

International. African cuisine. Halal.

Food specialties:

Bakery goods and desserts. Meat, poultry and game.

Transportation/travel information:

Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling.

Weight handling:

Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs).

Personal suitability:

Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability.

Screening questions:

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Employment terms options:

Early morning.

Other:

Use of artificial intelligence.

Employment terms options:

Shift. Flexible hours.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Employment terms options:

Day. Weekend. Overtime required.

Other benefits:

Parking available.