Head Chef

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada MY HOUSE Lounge & Events Full time

Job Title: Lead Chef

Job Summary:
Our unique lounge and event space is seeking a talented chef to join our team as a lead chef specialized in menu development, creating light to substantial shared plates, curated entrees and event canapes. We are looking for a chef that can bring creativity and innovation to our menu, and who is passionate about exceeding our guests' expectations. This is a full-time position requiring excellent culinary and management skills.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and create unique, creative, and innovative dishes that align with MY HOUSE's goals and vision.
- Direct the kitchen staff in daily preparation, cooking, and presentation of all menu items.
- Manage food inventory, ordering, and purchasing to meet budgetary restrictions while maximizing kitchen sales.
- Ensure that all food items are stored, prepared, and served according to established standards of quality and presentation.
- Supervise kitchen staff to ensure that all food handling, storing, and preparation comply with local, state, and federal health regulations.
- Set kitchen cleaning schedules to maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area and equipment.
- Train new kitchen staff on menu preparation techniques, presentation, and quality standards.
- Maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the delivery of high-quality ingredients while maximizing cost savings.

**Requirements**:

- At least 5 years of culinary experience preferred, with a minimum of 3 years in management positions.
- Advanced culinary skills, including knowledge of food preparation techniques for a variety of dishes, extensive knowledge of sous vide, event planning and preparation.
- Ability to create unique, trending, and innovative dishes with excellent presentation techniques.
- Strong business acumen, including budgeting, ordering, inventory management, and cost controls.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Strong commitment to safety and sanitation practices.

This position demands a motivated and creative chef with a strong passion for hospitality, striving to elevate our guest's experience and leverage kitchen sales. We offer a supportive workplace culture, competitive salary and benefits packages, and access to a vast range of ingredients. If you meet the criteria for this job posting, please send in your resume and cover letter to be considered for an interview.

Pay: $55,976.00-$59,304.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Tips

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- leadership role in a restaurant setting: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (required)
- WHMIS Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

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