Head Chef/Kitchen Manager at Mati Crudo + Charcoal in Ottawa, ON, CA. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. We are currently hiring a Head Chef at Evoo Greek Kitchen. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced culinary leader who is passionate about creating outstanding food, developing high-performing teams, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency.
About the Role As Head Chef, you will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations while leading and inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service every day. You will work closely with ownership and management to uphold each restaurant's unique identity while driving operational excellence.
Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop the kitchen team
Foster a positive, professional, and accountable kitchen culture
Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation
Manage daily kitchen operations and service execution
Create and execute seasonal menus and specials
Maintain food costing and labour targets
Oversee ordering, inventory, and supplier relationships
Minimize waste and maximize kitchen efficiency
Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met
Recruit, train, and onboard recent kitchen team members
Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience




Continuously identify opportunities to improve systems, quality, and profitability
Qualifications 5+ years of culinary leadership experience in an upscale, fine dining, scratch kitchen
Previous experience as a Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine
Strong leadership and team development skills
Experience with inventory management, food costing, and labour management
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
What We Offer Competitive annual salary based on experience
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Paid vacation
Staff dining discounts
Prospect to lead and grow within the company
Creative input into menu development and seasonal features
A collaborative ownership and leadership team
Pay: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Discounted or free food
Flexible schedule
On-site parking
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
If you're an experienced culinary leader who takes pride in developing people, maintaining high standards, and delivering exceptional dining experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

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📌 Head Chef/Kitchen Manager at Mati Crudo + Charcoal (Quebec City)
🏢 Mati Crudo + Charcoal
📍 Quebec City