Executive Chef - Abbotsford, Canada - White Table Catering

White Table Catering

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Abbotsford, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Overview of White Table Catering Co. Inc.

At White Table Catering, we are passionate about what we do, whether it be serving our guests in the venue of their choice or preparing client meals in our modern on-site kitchen facility or off-site in our customized mobile kitchen.

As one of the fastest-growing catering companies in the Fraser Valley, we strive for excellence, integrity, and attention to detail in every facet of our operations.

Nature & Scope

The Executive Chef will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operations of the White Table Catering Kitchen Facility, with a focus on maintaining a professional and productive work environment, exceeding guest expectations with respect to meal quality and presentation, and ensuring food safety standards during preparation and at our events.

The Executive Chef will lead the execution of on-site and/or off-site events as necessary and provide professional, focused, and humble leadership to the event staff and kitchen team.

Compensation
Annual Salary of 70k to 80k depending on experience
Strong bonus structure in place for achieved targets
Extended Health, Dental & Benefit Plan
Healthy Work Environment
The Ideal Applicant should:
Be capable of leading a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment
Enjoy cooking in different environments (outdoors, indoors, homes, large venues)
Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral
Be technically proficient in their culinary craft and have a desire to continue learning and growing as a cook and a desire to mentor others
Be creative and keep up to date with trends in the everevolving culinary landscape
Be organized, efficient and prepared. Always ahead of the game yet able to think on their feet
Represent themselves and the company in a professional manner at all times through their conduct and communication with vendor partners, guests and other associates
Responsibilities:

Creative

Develop new menu items and recipes when necessary to reflect current company objectives
Represent the company at industry collaborative culinary and design photoshoots with guidance from the Creative DirectorOperational
Approach all tasks in line with the White Table philosophy, aesthetic, and standard of excellence
Ensure that menu items are prepared in a timely manner and to the highest level
Communicate respectfully and effectively with all team members across the organization
Train staff in accordance with company standards
Schedule and assign staff for all prep days
Create daily prep lists for the team and ensure that all production goals are met
Oversee and systemize ordering, inventory, and maintenance systems
Maintain required Food Safe health standards
Upkeep and work within the company operational software system
Communicate with Event Specialists to ensure that all logístical elements are in place for each event
Load equipment and food into mobile trailer and drive to and from events across the lower mainland
Participate in an evaluation process after events and discuss recommendations/plans for improvement with the Management team
Oversee the hiring and onboarding of any new kitchen staff
Complete any other duties necessary to ensure the success of the operation
Oversee maintenance of logístical equipment and general storage area
Ensure and maintain a clean, sanitary, and professional work environmentFinancial
Ensure profitability of the kitchen by controlling the cost of goods, waste, and stock management
Requirements:
Must be able to work a flexible schedule based on the business and event-specific needs
Must be eligible to work in Canada
Current Level 1 Food Safe
Phone plan with data needed; for use with workplace apps and communication when teams are split
Valid Driver's License
Ability to bend, lift, and carry 50 pounds
Ability to stand and be mobile for an excess of 8 hours
Current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector upon hire
Proficient in Gmail, Microsoft Office Suite