Head Chef

2 weeks ago

Nanaimo, Canada Lighthouse Bistro and Pub Full time

**Lighthouse Bistro and Pub in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, BC**

**Company description**

Casual dining restaurant and Pub in the heart of Nanaimo, on the ocean overlooking the beautiful harbour. Trendy with a focus on quality fresh food, great drinks, and a welcoming environment.

**Job description**

**Lighthouse Bistro and Pub is looking for an experienced head Chef. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated experienced Chef to come on board and help develop and lead the culinary team.**

Chef Job Responsibilities:

- Lead, mentor, and manage culinary team.
- Develop and plan menus and daily specials.
- Create prep lists for kitchen crew.
- Manage food costing and inventory.
- Maintain standards for food storage, rotation, quality, and appearance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable health codes and regulations.
- Establish maintenance and cleaning schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas.
- Build and develop culinary team

Qualifications / Skills:

- Demonstrated knowledge of culinary techniques and practices
- Understanding of menu and recipe development techniques
- Understanding of inventory controls and menu costing
- Strong leadership abilities
- Ongoing awareness of culinary trends
- Understanding of health and sanitation laws
- Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) and Squirrel system.

Education and Experience Requirements:

- Formal culinary training / culinary degree
- 8+ years cooking experience in Canada in high-volume kitchens
- 3+ years chef experience in restaurant / pub
- Previous menu development experience
- Red Seal certification considered an asset.

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

**Benefits**:
Bonus package

Competitive tip pool

Health and welfare package

Year round employment

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

**Salary**: $54,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Nanaimo, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you live in Nanaimo or surrounding area?

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 8 years (required)
- BC restaurant Chef: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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