Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic hands-on Head Chef to lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, management experience, and a passion for food preparation and service.
In this role, you will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure food safety standards are maintained, and inspire creativity within the culinary team to uphold a strong reputation for excellence. This hands-on position will be working to ensuring top-notch health and safety standards, and training all kitchen staff. You will bridge the gap between customer needs and business goals.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes that meet our standards.
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and proper handling procedures to maintain a safe kitchen environment.
- Manage food costs, inventory levels, and inventory purchasing/vendor relationships to meet budget goals.
- Train new staff members on kitchen procedures, food handling, and safety protocols.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area in accordance with health codes.
- Hiring, training, mentoring, and performance management of kitchen staff.
- Seeking ways to improve kitchen processes and ensure prompt service.
- Build weekly schedules aligned with labour budgets.
- Set standards for kitchen cleanliness and ensuring cleaning is done regularly.
- Tracking kitchen waste and looking for improvements for financial return.
- Manage food costs, inventory levels, and inventory purchasing/vendor relationships to meet budget goals.
- Perform/direct day-to-day kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, and plating as needed, ensuring consistency and quality.
Qualifications:
- Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to manage a diverse team effectively.
- Ability to deal with high pressure environments & good decision-making skills.
- Demonstrate a professional attitude, foster a fun and collaborative environment.
- Food Safe Certificate.
- WHIMS.
- Excellent understanding of food safety regulations and proper handling techniques.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
Experience:
- Proven supervising experience and relevant certification.
- Knowledge of restaurant management practices and food industry standards.
- Experience working in a ventless kitchen.
Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
Work Location: In person
