Italian Chef

**Italian Head Chef**

Gusto Restaurant & Bar is a stylish sport for Italian cuisine as well as delivering excellent authentic Italian dishes in two different environments. We are looking for an experienced and qualified Head Chef to organize the kitchen’s activities. You will be the first in command in the facilities and will create and inspect dishes before they arrive at the customers ensuring high quality and contentment.

**Major Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Ensure that production of all foods meet company standards.
- Hands-on and leads by example to ensure quality and consistency of all products served.
- Create and test new recipes.
- Manage and maintain production schedules.
- Create and test new recipes and plan seasonal items and specialty items.
- Control costs through various cost control measures, minimizing waste and maintaining accurate records for sales and inventory while following all operational procedures.
- Establish performance and development goals for team members.
- Manage staffing levels, work schedules, and operations.

**Qualifications**:

- Have 5 years of hands-on experience as a Head Chef.
- Diploma or degree in Culinary studies asset.
- Production, and event experience.
- Highly organized and able to multi-task.
- Ability to work well under pressure as an individual and lead teams.
- Professional work ethic with good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ensure that all health, safety, and cleanliness standards are enforced.
- Possess a passion for Italian cuisine.

Please reply with your interest, resume or cover note detailing your experience, and be sure to enclose a contact number.