head chef
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September 16, 2024
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Nanaimo Innovation Academy
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JOB SUMMARY
We are currently looking for a Head Chef to join our growing team at Nanaimo Innovation Academy. The Head Chef is responsible for preparing high-quality foods for the Kid?s Healthy Eating Project with professionalism and creativity. This position reports to the Nutrition Manager. This role will also involve working collaboratively with other managers and the ECEs in the program.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Head Chef at Nanaimo Innovation Academy are:
1) Contribute to the ongoing operation of the Kid?s Healthy Eating Project
* Help ensure the Centre meets all VIHA requirements on a daily basis
* Establish/enforce all needed kitchen procedures and protocols.
* Supervise kitchen operations and staff ensuring quality standards
* Work with the Nutrition Manager to plan seasonal menus and prepare daily meals for all students and staff daily.
* Contribute to monthly and annual nutrition plans
* Will be expected to be hands-on in all aspects of the kitchen?cooking, prepping, baking
* Store all food products in compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Able to follow established recipes, but also interested in creating their own
* Work on developing an on-site garden that produces some foods or can be used for instruction with the children
* Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
* Carry out the responsibilities assigned to you in a positive and productive manner
2) Manage a team
* Train kitchen assistants in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures
* Able to work alone, when needed, and manage a positive team environment
* Implement a problem-solving approach with practical solutions when faced with difficult situations or conflicts
* Able to manage all kitchen activities and delegate duties to kitchen staff
* Manage your time efficiently throughout the day
* Ensure all staff in the kitchen manage their time appropriately
* Communicate with teachers and program managers to ensure quality control
* Attend the regular Monday meeting and relay all information to your team.
* Attend regular staff meetings and professional development days
* Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the Centre, children, their parents, and staff and ensure your team is also aware of the confidentiality policy.
* Willingness to participate in work-related courses, seminars and training
* Model the expectations of regular attendance and punctuality.
* Be flexible to accommodate changing schedules. Problem-solve staffing when someone is sick or requires time off.
3) Community Relations
* Actively participate in Nanaimo Innovation Academy events and activities whenever possible
* Maintain a positive working relationship with other staff, volunteers, parents, and others community members you encounter when representing the daycare.
* Participate in various community-building initiatives with staff and local partners.
* Implement community events and/or fundraisers for prospective families and stakeholders
* Help to foster partnerships with local organizations to further our goals and overall mission.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Minimum 2 years experience in a leadership or manager position
· Interest and passion for nutrition and knowledge of vegetarian meal planning
· Experience in maintaining VIHA standards within a kitchen.
· Cooking experience, especially in batch cooking for over 30 people
· Gardening experience
· Up-to-date Food Safe Certification (can complete before commencing the position)
· Up-to-date record of immunizations
· Be in adequate physical and psychological capability to work and carry out assigned duties
· Have a clear Criminal Record Check, including a vulnerable sector search, dated within six months of your commencement date with the Centre
· Hold Canadian residency and be legally entitled to work in Canada
· 2 Written References from previous employers
· Up to date resume
· Well written cover letter
· Excellent written and verbal communication s
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LocationNanaimo, BC
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$23.00 to $25.00HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
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