assistant chef

3 weeks ago

Ajax, Canada VP Kitchen and Katering Corp Full time
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
  • Experience: 5 years or moreWork setting
  • RestaurantTasks
  • 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
  • Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
  • Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs
  • Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
  • Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
  • Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
  • Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
  • Leading/instructing individualsSupervision
  • 3-4 peopleCuisine specialties
  • Caribbean and Latin American cuisineTransportation/travel information
  • Own transportation
  • Public transportation is availableWork conditions and physical capabilities
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Physically demanding
  • Attention to detail
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Standing for extended periods
  • Bending, crouching, kneelingPersonal suitability
  • Leadership
  • Dependability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Flexibility
  • Initiative
  • Organized
  • Reliability
  • Team playerScreening questions
  • Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

  • Assistant Chef

    4 weeks ago

    Ajax, Canada VP Kitchen and Katering Corp Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 40 hours per week - Education: No degree, certificate or diploma - Experience: 5 years or more **Work setting**: - Restaurant **Tasks**: - Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff - Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers - Create...