We are looking for an experienced and creative Chef with 5 years of professional kitchen experience to join our restaurant team in Vancouver, BC.

We are looking for a chef with a strong understanding of African cuisine, contemporary fusion, and contemporary culinary techniques who can help create and execute an elevated menu that celebrates African flavours while incorporating global influences.

Key Responsibilities

- Create and develop an exciting Pan-African and contemporary fusion menu
- Develop dishes inspired by African cuisine while incorporating modern and international culinary techniques
- Lead and oversee all daily kitchen operations
- Train, supervise, and manage kitchen staff
- Maintain consistent food quality, flavour, presentation, and portion control
- Establish standardized recipes and kitchen procedures
- Manage food inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships
- Monitor food costs, labour costs, portion sizes, and minimize waste
- Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and kitchen organization
- Work closely with ownership and management to continuously improve the menu and guest experience
- Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently in a fast-paced, upscale restaurant environment

Requirements

- 5 years of professional culinary/kitchen experience
- Strong knowledge and experience with African cuisine, Pan-African cuisine, or African-inspired fusion




- Experience with modern and international cuisine is an asset
- Ability to independently create, test, cost, and execute a new menu
- Strong leadership and kitchen management skills
- Experience training and managing kitchen staff
- Strong understanding of food costing, inventory control, and portion management
- Creative, reliable, organized, and passionate about food
- Ability to maintain high standards while working in a fast-paced environment

What We’re Looking For

We want a chef who is creative, entrepreneurial, and passionate about African food and culture—someone who can bring traditional African flavours into a refined, contemporary dining experience.

This is an opportunity to be part of building a modern Pan-African restaurant concept from the ground up, with the freedom to contribute ideas and shape the culinary direction of the restaurant.

Location: Vancouver, BC

Position: Full-Time Chef

If you are an experienced chef who can build a menu, lead a kitchen team, control food costs, and create an elevated Pan-African culinary experience, please send us a message with your experience, availability, and contact information.

Pay: $41,300.00-$71,300.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Kora African Restaurant
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