Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
- Culinary arts/chef training
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Ranks of chefs
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
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Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
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Analyze operating costs and other data
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Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
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Create new recipes
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Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
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Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
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Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
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Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
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Requisition food and kitchen supplies
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Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
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Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
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Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
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Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
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Advise on menu selections
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Provide staff training
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Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Cook Trade Certification
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Safe Food Handling certificate
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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
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Food Safety Certificate
Experience and specialization
Cuisine specialties
Food specialties
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Fish and seafood
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Meat, poultry and game
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Stocks, soups and sauces
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Desserts and pastries
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Attention to detail
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Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
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Leadership
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Flexibility
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Collaborative
Benefits
Financial benefits
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for persons with disabilities
- Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)
- Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Support for youths
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Support for mature workers
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.