Executive Chef - INK Entertainment
Pay: CA$80,000.00-CA$120,000.00 per year
Job description:
The Executive chef will play a key role in supporting the restaurants vision for high quality food and ensuring that it is delivered, with a hands-on approach where required, in a professional, safe and efficient manner. Salary position with great tips, benefits and supportive working environment.
Job Summary
The Executive Chef will oversee the kitchen operations, create an innovative menu, and prepare or coordinate the preparation of food ordered by patrons. He/she supervises the staff of the kitchen, participates in the training and development of staff, and provides performance appraisals and disciplinary action. The Executive Chef also determines the menu changes, equipment and ingredients that are necessary, and handles special menu requests. S/he manages the kitchen staff in compliance with all health and safety regulations by ensuring adherence to sanitary and safe food handling guidelines at all times. S/he manages food and labour costs and is responsible for inventories.
INK prides itself in providing its employees with a competitive salary and cross-training opportunities for all positions and across all INK Entertainment venues. Employees will receive training and development opportunities, dining discounts, early access to events and enrolment in INK’s Perkopolis perk program.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coach and provide leadership to all the staff of the kitchen, either directly or through the Sous Chef(s) and Chef de Partie(s), ensuring the training and development of staff, providing input for performance, appraisals, and disciplinary action, according to the values and guidelines of Ink Entertainment.
- Schedules kitchen staff, assigning roles based on experience and skills.
- Supervises work product from kitchen and back-of-house staff.
- Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
- Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with restaurant policy.
- Oversees the operations of the kitchen and back-of-house, ensuring that food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to specifications or request.
- Ensures kitchen runs in accordance with all applicable health, safety, and hygiene codes and standards.
- Creates and modifies the restaurant’s menu based on food trends, food costs, patron requests, and seasonal availability.
- Oversees stocking, ordering, and purchasing of ingredients, ensuring that necessary ingredients are available and as fresh as possible while also minimizing spoilage and waste.
- Maintains and inspects kitchen equipment and utensils, recommending repairs or replacements as needed.
- Maintains kitchen budget.
- Sets prices for food items on the menu.
- Collaborates with specialty chefs on menu items—for example, works with pastry chefs to design an innovative, appealing, and complementary dessert menu.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role.
- Previous experience in an Italian restaurant is required.
- Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine, including regional dishes, ingredients, and traditional cooking techniques.
- Experience developing menus and managing food costs, inventory, and kitchen budgets.
- Proven ability to lead and organize a high-volume kitchen team.
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, including scheduling, purchasing, and supplier management.
- Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation during busy service periods.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Ink Entertainment believes in an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness.
Accessibility
We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Head Chef: 5 years (required)
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person
Pay: $80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
