Head Chef

Head Chef

Job Summary:
As the Head Chef at Power Plant Grill and Library Lounge in our two properties in the Town of Stony Plain, Alberta, you are creative and proficient in all aspects of food preparation and kitchen management. You will be the primary leader in the kitchen and maintain complete control of your department.

**Duties**:

- Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities;
- Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards;
- Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs;
- Supervise kitchen staff’s activities;
- Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs;
- Recruit and manage kitchen staff;
- Rectify arising problems or complaints;
- Give prepared plates the “final touch”;
- Perform administrative duties;
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards;
- Keep time and payroll records;
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers;
- Work well with the Food & Beverage Manager to ensure guest satisfaction;
- Ensure group satisfaction by working with the Sales & Events Coordinator.

Qualifications:

- Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

- Excellent record of kitchen management;
- Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently;
- Capable of delegating multiple tasks;
- Communication and leadership skills;
- Keep up with cooking trends and best practices;
- Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS);
Required Training and Experience:

- Proven working experience as a Head Chef;
- Experience working with banquets and catering large groups.

Required licenses, certificates and registrations:

- Degree in Culinary science or related certificate.
- Food safe certification;
- First aid certification is an asset.

We Offer:

- A great work environment with opportunities for development and career advancement within the INNHotels family of hotels;
- A competitive compensation package;
- Group health plan;
- Staff events and seasonal discounts on local adventure activities;
- Hotel Discounts as part of the INNHotels family of hotels;

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Salary based on experience

**Benefits**:

- Dental care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- chef: 1 year (preferred)
- sous chef: 1 year (preferred)
- cooking: 1 year (preferred)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Stony Plain, AB T7Z 1L1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- chef: 1 year (preferred)
- sous chef: 1 year (preferred)
- cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person