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Join Our Culinary Team as Head Chef at La Cucina!

Are you a passionate culinary leader with a flair for Italian cuisine? La Cucina, a vibrant restaurant located in Dartmouth, NS, is seeking a talented Head Chef to elevate our kitchen and create unforgettable dining experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for innovation, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As the Head Chef, you will play a pivotal role in our kitchen, overseeing a team of 5-10 culinary professionals. Your expertise will guide the preparation of exquisite dishes, from bakery goods and desserts to specialty meals for events. You will be responsible for:

• Estimating the amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Demonstrating new cooking techniques and equipment to the kitchen staff.
• Supervising and training cooks and other kitchen personnel.
• Creating new recipes and planning menus that meet our high-quality standards.
• Preparing and cooking meals for regular service and special events.
• Ensuring food safety and quality, including accommodating guests with food allergies.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following criteria:

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 38 to 45 hours per week
• Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma (1-2 years)
• Experience: 5 years or more in a culinary leadership role

Work Environment

Our kitchen is a lively and dynamic space where creativity flourishes. You should be prepared for:

• A noisy and hot environment
• Fast-paced work conditions with tight deadlines
• Physically demanding tasks, including standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who possess the following certifications:

• Cook Trade Certification
• Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Cook Red Seal Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

What We Offer

At La Cucina, we value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary ranging from $27.00 to $32.00 hourly (negotiable)
• Gratuities
• Free parking available

Join Us!

If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career and lead a passionate team in creating exceptional Italian dishes, we encourage you to apply. Bring your creativity, leadership, and love for food to La Cucina, where every meal is a celebration!

Location

Dartmouth, NS

Screening Questions

Before applying, please consider the following:

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.