Executive Chef

Employer

Evergreen Park

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Rural area
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Central food commissary
• Cafeteria
• Catering firm
• Fast food

Ranks of chefs

• Executive chef
• Sous-chef
• Chef de partie

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
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• 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

Supervision

More than 20 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Cook Trade Certification
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Cuisine specialties

• French
• Canadian
• German cuisine
• European
• Vegetarian
• International
• Gluten-free
• Vegan

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Cereals, grains and pulses
• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
• Chocolate

Area of work experience

Manager

Specialization or experience

Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Security and safety

Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not 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

Weight handling

Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Flexible hours
• Morning

Experience

5 years or more

Employment terms options

• Night
• On call
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime required

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Wellness program

Support for Veterans

Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market

Supports for visible minorities

Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)