Nonna's Cucina

Vancouver, BC

Nonna's Cucina

Vancouver, BC

head chef

Vancouver, BC (view on map)

Posted 5 hours ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 37 to 40 hours per week
• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 5 years or more
• Culinary arts/chef training
Work site environment
• Hot
Work setting
• Restaurant
Ranks of chefs
• Head chef
Tasks
• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• 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
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• 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
• Leading/instructing individuals
Supervision
• 5-10 people
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 
• Food Safety Certificate
Cuisine specialties
• Italian cuisine
Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
Screening questions
• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options
• Evening
• Shift
• Morning
Employment terms options
• Night
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available
Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Health care plan
Financial benefits
• Gratuities