head chef
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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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 setting
Tasks
Cuisine specialties
Security and safety
Financial benefits
Languages
English
Education
- Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
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 setting
- Restaurant
- Head chef
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
Cuisine specialties
- Korean
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
- Leadership
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
Financial benefits
- Gratuities
More about this job
Responsibilities
Plan and oversee food preparation, cooking, menu development, and quality standards, including specialty meals and dishes for customers with food allergies. Manage kitchen staff, supplies, equipment, costs, and inventory, and consult with clients about banquets and special events.
Requirements
The role requires 3 to less than 5 years of experience and an other trades certificate or diploma, or equivalent experience. Candidates should have Korean cuisine experience and demonstrate leadership, organization, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
Skills
- Food Cost Estimation
- Inventory Management
- Operating Cost Analysis
- Staff Supervision
- Recipe Development
- Menu Planning
- Food Preparation and Cooking
- Food Presentation
- Kitchen Supply Procurement
- Equipment Purchasing and Repairs
- Food Quality Standards
- Food Allergy Accommodation
- Staff Recruitment and Training
- Leadership
- Organization
- Korean Cuisine
Benefits
- Gratuities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Head Chef
- Restaurant
- Korean Cuisine
- Menu Planning
- Recipe Development
- Food Preparation
- Cooking
- Food Presentation
- Food Quality Standards
- Food Costing
- Inventory Management
- Operating Cost Analysis
- Kitchen Management
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Recruitment
- Staff Training
- Food Allergies
- Banquets
- Specialty Foods
- Kitchen Supplies
- Equipment Purchasing
- Equipment Repairs
- Criminal Record Check