Specialist Chef

Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 to 44 hours per week
- Education: Bachelor's degree
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
**Asset languages**:

- Polish
**Work site environment**:

- Hot
- Cold/refrigerated
- Non-smoking
**Work setting**:

- Rural area
- Willing to relocate
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
**Ranks of chefs**:

- Chef
**Tasks**:

- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- Analyze operating costs and other data
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
- Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
- Create new recipes
- Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
- Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
- Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
- Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
- Requisition food and kitchen supplies
- Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
- Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
- Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs
- Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
- Recruit and hire staff
- Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
**Supervision**:

- 3-4 people
**Cuisine specialties**:

- European
- International
- Gluten-free
**Food specialties**:

- Bakery goods and desserts
- Cold kitchen
- Stocks, soups and sauces
**Transportation/travel information**:

- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
**Work conditions and physical capabilities**:

- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
**Personal suitability**:

- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
**Screening questions**:

- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- What is the highest level of study you have completed?
**Financial benefits**:

- As per collective agreement
**Other benefits**:

- Free parking available
- Parking available