Location: Bowen Island, BC — approximately a 20-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay
Salary: $60,000–$80,000 per year + tips (typically $7–$9 per hour), depending on experience and final role/responsibilities
Tuscany Restaurant is looking for an experienced, hands-on Executive Chef to lead our kitchen team on Bowen Island.
This is a working chef position in a busy, established Italian restaurant. We are looking for someone who is equally comfortable leading a team, managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, and jumping on the line during service.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support the kitchen team through prep and service
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation and portion standards
- Train, coach and develop cooks and kitchen staff
- Oversee food ordering, inventory and supplier relationships
- Manage food costs, waste and labour costs
- Maintain strong prep, organization and kitchen systems
- Ensure all food safety, sanitation and cleaning standards are followed
- Work closely with ownership and the FOH management team
- Assist with menu development and seasonal specials
- Maintain consistency across our pizza, pasta and Italian-inspired menu
- Help create a positive, respectful and efficient kitchen culture
What We’re Looking For
- Several years of skilled kitchen experience, including experience in a leadership role
- Strong line-cooking skills and a willingness to work alongside the team
- Experience managing ordering, inventory and food costs
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Calm and effective during busy services
- Reliable, professional and team-oriented
- Experience with Italian cuisine, pizza or pasta is an asset
- Red Seal certification is an asset but not required
Tuscany is a small, independently owned restaurant with a loyal local following and an established team. This role would be a great fit for a chef who enjoys running a kitchen but also wants to remain closely involved in the food and day-to-day operation.
📌 Head Chef - Italian Restaurant | Bowen Island
🏢 Tuscany Pizza
📍 Bowen Island
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