Chef

Chef Desi Garden Food Bar and Lounge Location Halifax, NS Salary 32.00 to 33.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 hours per week Full time Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, On call, Flexible hours Starts as soon as possible Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 2 years to less than 3 years Work must be completed at the physical Location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Restaurant Urban area Responsibilities: Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items Estimate labour costs Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory Analyze operating costs and other data Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers Create new recipes Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets 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 Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs 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 Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Recruit and hire staff Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food Leading/instructing individuals Supervision 3-4 people Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Safe Food Handling certificate Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties East Indian Additional information 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 Weight handling Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs) Personal suitability Leadership Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Organized Reliability Team player Until: 2026-11-13