Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
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Wet/damp
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Noisy
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Hot
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Cold/refrigerated
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Non-smoking
Work setting
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Formal dining room
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Restaurant
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Rural area
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Willing to relocate
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Relocation costs covered by employer
Ranks of chefs
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
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Estimate labour costs
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Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
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Analyze operating costs and other data
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Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
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Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
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Create new recipes
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Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
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Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
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Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
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Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
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Requisition food and kitchen supplies
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Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
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Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
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Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
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Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
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Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
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Recruit and hire staff
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Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
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Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
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Leading/instructing individuals
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Cook Trade Certification
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Safe Food Handling certificate
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Cook Red Seal Certificate
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Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
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Food Safety Certificate
Experience and specialization
Cuisine specialties
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Sushi preparation techniques
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French
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Canadian
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German cuisine
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East Indian
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Lebanese
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Mexican
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European
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Vegetarian
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International
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Spanish
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African cuisine
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Caribbean and Latin American cuisine
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Filipino cuisine
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Gluten-free
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Mediterranean cuisine
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Halal
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Vegan
Food specialties
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Bakery goods and desserts
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Cereals, grains and pulses
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Cold kitchen
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Eggs and dairy
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Fish and seafood
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Meat, poultry and game
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Stocks, soups and sauces
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Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
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Chocolate
Additional information
Security and safety
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Handling heavy loads
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Physically demanding
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Attention to detail
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Standing for extended periods
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
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Leadership
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.