Torch Industries Ltd.

Edmonton, AB

Torch Industries Ltd.

Edmonton, AB

chef

Edmonton, AB (view on map)

Posted 3 days ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 70 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Room and board provided
• Remote location
• Camp

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Cook Red Seal Certificate
• Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Gloves
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities