Job Description
Legendary Hospitality in the heart of Downtown Halifax is looking for an Executive Chef for our Waterfront Operations. We are looking for a passionate hard working individual to join our back of house teams. Our core values are focused around the people we employ and the customers we serve and we are looking for like-minded individuals.
Responsibilities
Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies
Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities
Responsible for the day-to-day culinary operations
Lead menu creation, food purchasing, and maintenance of quality standards
Lead training of new personnel, coaching staff and monitor back of house performance
Monitors service and teamwork on a regular basis and counsels employees on providing service and teamwork
Adhere to company standards and service levels to increases sales and minimize costs, including food costs and labour costs
Ensuring all members of the culinary team create dishes which meet our quality standards
Responsible for investigating and resolving complaints concerning food quality and service, including online reviews
Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents, including being responsible for promptly recording incident reports incase of injury to employees or guests
Assures proper safety, hygiene and sanitation practices are followed by ensuring staff are trained in Food Safety Handling and WHIMS
Follow and enforce our core values and deliver a Legendary experience
About you
4+ years in the food and beverage industry an asset
Experience working in a fast paced and demanding environment with a high volume of guests
Understands the importance of compliance with regulations, policies and procedures
Must be punctual, reliable, have ability to work as a team and independently and have a strong work ethic
Advanced english language skills
Work Environment
Physical demands include walking and standing, bending, kneeling, repetitive twisting and lifting, and repetitive arm movements, and going up and down stairs
Must be able to work outside for a prolonged period of time
Must be able to lift 40lbs
Uniforms and PPE provided by LHG must be worn during work hours
Work Authorization
Must be authorized to legally work in Canada
Who We Are
Legendary Hospitality Restaurant Group consists of Durty Nelly’s Authentic Irish Pub, Stubborn Goat Gastropub, the Beer Garden, Salt Yard Social, The Rooftop and Antojo Tacos + Tequila. Located in the heart of Downtown Halifax we have been Serving up legendary hospitality experiences since 2008.
Our Mission
To create a Legendary Hospitality experience that broadens visitors’ perceptions of Nova Scotian food and drink, earns repeated business from local clientele all while serving as ambassadors to Nova Scotia.
Our Vision
To be the best hospitality group in the world
