specialty foods chef
The chef is responsible for supervising kitchen staff, creating new recipes, and managing food costs and inventory. They must ensure food quality standards are met while preparing specialty Japanese dishes and managing a team of 5-10 people.
- On-site
- Calgary, AB
- Posted Aug 23, 2026
- Apply by Aug 30, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year or equivalent experience Experience 7 months to less than 1 year On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Estimate labour costs Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers Create new recipes Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Recruit and hire staff Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food Supervision 5-10 people Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties Sushi preparation techniques Teppanyaki Japanese cuisine
What you’ll do
The chef is responsible for supervising kitchen staff, creating new recipes, and managing food costs and inventory. They must ensure food quality standards are met while preparing specialty Japanese dishes and managing a team of 5-10 people.
Requirements
Candidates require a college or non-university certificate in a relevant program and between 7 months to 1 year of experience. Proficiency in Japanese cuisine, specifically sushi and teppanyaki techniques, is essential.
Listed skills
- Food safetyPreferred
- Inventory managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Sushi Preparation
- Teppanyaki
- Japanese Cuisine
- Menu Planning
- Food Cost Management
- Staff Training
- Kitchen Supervision
- Recipe Creation
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Allergy Management
- Recruitment
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Management & Leadership
- Manufacturing
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 30, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level