Executive Chef - Ottawa, Canada - Blue Cactus Bar and Grill

Description

Blue Cactus Bar and Grill Job Brief

We are looking for a full time Executive Chef who is creative and knowledgeable in all aspects of food preparation.

You will be "the chief" and maintain control of the kitchen. The Head Chef/Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall organization and functioning of the kitchen. This role oversees the preparation and cooking of food, as well as the cleaning and maintenance of the kitchen.

They will also be responsible for ordering food and supplies, and ensuring that all health and safety regulations are followed.

Responsibilities
Planning and directing food preparation and culinary activities

Creating innovative menus, group menus, in house catering menus and recipes

Keep up with cooking trends and best practices

Supervising food production to ensure consistency and quality standards

Collaborating with restaurant management to plan and execute special events

Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs

Maintain and monitor inventor

Recruit and manage kitchen staff

Supervise kitchen staff's activities

Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs

Rectify arising problems or complaints

Perform administrative duties

Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards

Scheduling of shifts


Qualifications

• Proven experience as Kitchen Manager in a fastpaced, sitdown restaurant environment
• Excellent record of kitchen management
• Must have letter of recommendation from previous employers
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to build team moral during stressful shifts
• Ability to manage a fastpaced kitchen environment while upholding quality standards
• Experience in communicating and delivering messages to the team, both positive and in a constructive manner
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
• Capable of delegating multiple tasks
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs

If you are a passionate chef with a flair for creativity and leadership, we invite you to join our team as an Executive Chef.

Benefits
Parking

Complimentary meals for friends and family

Paid time off

Tips


Job Types
Full-time, Permanent


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$51,465.70-$86,457.06 per year


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Onsite parking
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Experience:

• Cooking: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1 (required)

Work Location:
In person