Head Chef

2 months ago

Squamish, Canada The Britannia General Store Full time

**About Us**:
The Britannia General Store, located in the breathtaking Howe Sound, is much more than a store - it’s a community gathering place where locals and visitors come for quality groceries, great pizza, and a well-curated selection of liquor. We focus on creating a genuine and welcoming environment while offering products that meet the highest standards. As we prepare to open, we’re looking for team members who are passionate about food and service, and excited to contribute to a positive customer experience.

The **Head Chef** will oversee all kitchen operations at our pizzeria and deli, from menu development to staff management, ensuring consistent quality, efficiency, and innovation. You will play a key role in shaping our pizzeria’s identity, balancing authentic and modern approaches to pizza making while maintaining a high standard of food safety and customer satisfaction.

**Keg Responsibilities**:

- Lead daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation
- Develop and refine the pizzeria menu, focusing on fresh ingredients and innovative recipes
- Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation are consistently excellent
- Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment according to health and safety standards
- Control food costs by managing inventory, reducing waste, and optimizing supply orders
- Innovate and introduce seasonal and special menu items to keep the offerings fresh and exciting
- Provide leadership and foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture

**Qualifications**:

- **3+ years of experience as a chef**, preferably with a strong background in pizzerias.
- Proven leadership skills with **experience managing kitchen staff and operations**:

- Passion for creating outstanding food and a commitment to excellence
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety protocols, and operational efficiency
- Ability to develop and execute creative menu items, keeping up with food trends
- Excellent time management, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Strong understanding of food cost management and portion control
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be **legally eligible to work in Canada** and either reside in the local area or be willing to commute.

**What We Offer**:

- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new kitchen
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Growth opportunities within a growing business

**How to Apply**:
If you are a passionate and experienced chef excited about leading a dynamic pizzeria kitchen, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Join us in bringing exceptional pizza to Howe Sound

Pay: $50,000.00-$63,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Tips

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- FOODSAFE Level 1 (preferred) (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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