Executive Chef

3 days ago

Oakville, Canada PESCARAA ITALIAN Full time

**Italian food Experience Required**
**Competitive Salary + Bonus + Tips**

**About Us**:
Exclusive dining establishment situated in the heart of Oakville downtown, dedicated to offering a sophisticated culinary experience inspired by the rich flavors of Italian and European cuisine. Our commitment to professionalism and creativity defines our approach to providing exceptional dining to our patrons.

Competitive pay and can include profit share.

**Responsibilities**:
1. Culinary Leadership:

- Lead and manage a team of chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Develop and implement menus that showcase a fusion of Italian and Hakka cuisine, incorporating both traditional and contemporary elements.
- Create and refine recipes, paying attention to flavor profiles, plating techniques, and presentation to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
- Ensure that all dishes are prepared and presented to the highest standards, adhering to recipe specifications, portion sizes, and quality guidelines.
- Stay updated on culinary trends, techniques, and ingredients, and integrate them into the menu as appropriate.
- Collaborate with suppliers to source the freshest and highest quality ingredients for the kitchen.

2. Team Management and Training:

- Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering their professional growth and maintaining a high level of performance.
- Provide guidance and feedback to team members to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency in food preparation and service.
- Establish and enforce hygiene and safety standards, ensuring compliance with local health regulations.
- Organize and conduct regular training sessions to enhance culinary skills and knowledge within the team.

3. Menu Development and Cost Control:

- Design and develop new dishes and menus that align with the restaurant's concept and clientele.
- Conduct regular menu tastings and evaluations to ensure the quality and consistency of dishes.
- Manage food costing and portion control to maintain profitability while delivering exceptional dining experiences.
- Collaborate with the management team to establish pricing strategies and maintain food cost targets.

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef, preferably in a fine dining establishment, with expertise in Italian
- Strong culinary skills with the ability to create and execute innovative, high-quality dishes that combine the best of both cuisines.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of successfully leading and developing culinary teams.
- Extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques, flavor profiles, and plating aesthetics.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Strong understanding of kitchen operations, including inventory management, food costing, and health and safety regulations.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

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

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
- Tips

**Benefits**:

- Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Oakville, ON L6J 1H8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Italian: 3 years (preferred)
- Fine Dining: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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