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Head Chef

Posted on Jan. 14, 2026 by La Quercia Ristorante

North Vancouver, Canada
N/A

Full Time

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
Work site environment
Outdoors
Wet/damp
Noisy
Odours
Hot
Cold/refrigerated
Non-smoking
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
Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
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
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
Recruit and hire staff
Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
Supervision
16-20 people
Cuisine specialties
Canadian
Italian cuisine
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
Leadership
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Employment terms options
Evening
Employment terms options
Morning
Day
Weekend
Health benefits
Health care plan