head chef
- Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
Overview
Languages
English
Education
3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Tasks
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Languages
English
Education
- Other trades certificate or diploma
3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Odours
- Formal dining room
- Restaurant
- Catering firm
- Resort
- Head chef
- Sous-chef
Tasks
- Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
- 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 meals or specialty foods
- Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
- Recruit and hire staff
- Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Leadership
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
More about this job
Responsibilities
Plan menus, develop recipes, prepare and cook meals, and ensure food meets quality standards. Estimate food and supply needs, recruit and train staff, and supervise kitchen teams, including sous-chefs and cooks.
Requirements
The role requires 3 to less than 5 years of experience and an other trades certificate or diploma. Candidates should demonstrate leadership, interpersonal skills, flexibility, organization, and teamwork, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
Skills
- Menu Planning
- Recipe Development
- Food Preparation
- Cooking
- Food Presentation
- Food Quality Control
- Supply and Cost Estimation
- Kitchen Staff Supervision
- Staff Recruitment
- Staff Training
- Leadership
- Interpersonal Skills
- Flexibility
- Organization
- Teamwork
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Head Chef
- Sous-Chef
- Restaurant
- Formal Dining Room
- Catering
- Resort
- Menu Planning
- Recipe Development
- Food Preparation
- Cooking
- Food Garnishing
- Food Presentation
- Food Quality Standards
- Supply Estimation
- Food Cost Estimation
- Kitchen Supervision
- Staff Recruitment
- Staff Training
- Food Handling
- Fast-Paced Environment