chef de cuisine

*Overview*

*Languages*

English

*Education*

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

*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.

*Asset languages*

• Mandarin
• Cantonese

*Ranks of chefs*

• Executive chef
• Sushi chef
• Head chef

*Responsibilities*

*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
• 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
• 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*

• 3-4 people
• 5-10 people

*Credentials*

*Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses *

• Cook Trade Certification
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

*Experience and specialization*

*Cuisine specialties*

• Sushi preparation techniques
• Cantonese cuisine
• Japanese cuisine
• Thai
• Korean
• Vegan

*Area of work experience*

• Manager

*Additional informationTransportation/travel information*

• Own transportation

*Work conditions and physical capabilities*

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

*Personal suitability*

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

*BenefitsFinancial benefits*

• Gratuities

*Other benefits*

• Free parking available
• Other benefits

Pay: $55,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Store discount

Work Location: In person