We are looking for experienced Head Chef with solid work ethic, leadership skills and a great attitude to join our exciting team here at the Greenview Taphouse. If you have prior experience leading a culinary team, you are detail orientated & organized, able to multi-task, we would love to have you on our team.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ensure staff follow all menu and production/prep expectations and guides,

opening/closing checklist and responsibility guides

Promote a culture of Food and Workplace Safety

Responsible for efficient food and labour cost

Responsible for overseeing equipment maintenance and safety in all food service areas

Using current culinary knowledge and culinary techniques, is responsible for training and education of staff from the basics of cooking, organisation, cleaning and food safety to advanced cooking techniques and culinary knowledge.

Delegating duties to junior management staff

Monitors kitchen policy of uniforms, attendance, and appearance on culinary

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Able to expedite and perform all station or line cook functions

Completes daily production list for line staff and delegates assigned duties, follow established purchasing and ordering guidelines

Works with staff on mise en plas and checks each station for completion and quality prior to service

Assume the role of liaison between all dining room operations and culinary staff

Develop and implement creative menu items within the restaurant concept

Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring

Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis

Responsible for maintaining back of house compliance with Island Health standards

Act as point of contact for third party vendors, including pest control and dishwashing/chemical companies, grease trap, vent cleaners etc





Review upcoming events to ensure menu and timeline are accurate

Cleaning and Maintenance

The individual is responsible for managing the team to ensure proper cleaning of dry storage and walk in freezer and fridge

The individual ensures all staff members fulfil their requirements and follows up on their performance

The individual handles all working equipment with necessary care and keeps it maintained

The individual reports any necessary repairs to superior

The individual shall be familiar with proper sanitation procedures and follow public health requirements

Skills & Requirements:

5+ years of cooking experience required, high volume and upscale dining is preferred. Must have worked in a Head Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Exec Sous or Exec Chef role previously. Culinary education is an asset

3+ years of high-volume kitchen experience an asset

5+ years of leadership or managing capacity in a similar workplace setting

Strong organization skills, able to work calmly and effectively under pressure

The individual creates menu design, execution while leading all culinary operations and all of its capacities

Have a passion for quality food preparation and taste

Highly organized and self-directed to stay on task in an efficient and accurate manner and manage others to do the same

Self-motivated learner, goal orientated

Possesses a warm and welcoming personality, is friendly and outgoing, demonstrating a positive attitude and energy at all times

Set an example for a respectful, collaborative team while demonstrating appropriate working behaviors

What We Offer:

Competitive wages with gratuities, relocation assistance, bonus structure, staff discounts, a strong culture of team work, culture and a fun and quick-paced work environment, development and hands-on training to grow your career alongside our culinary team.

If this sounds like the role for you, please submit your resume and cover letter.

We look forward to meeting you!

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