Overview

Languages

English

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Culinary arts/chef training Restaurant/food services management

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

Noisy Odours Hot Non-smoking

Work setting

Restaurant Fine dining establishment

Ranks of chefs

Executive chef

Responsibilities

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 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 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 Lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs

Supervision

5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Safe Food Handling certificate Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

Canadian Italian cuisine Caribbean and Latin American cuisine Mediterranean cuisine

Food specialties

Fish and seafood Meat, poultry and game Stocks, soups and sauces

Area of work experience

Manager

Teaching specialization

Amateur training

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling

Benefits

Financial benefits

Gratuities

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for youths

Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for mature workers

Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination

Supports for visible minorities

Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities