Job Overview

We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in restaurant and banquet food service, with the ability to lead and inspire a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Previous banquet and large-volume food service experience is required. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing both regular restaurant service and banquet functions, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, timing, and food safety across all areas of the operation.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for creating exceptional dishes, supporting successful banquet and event execution, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and guest satisfaction.

Duties

- Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food preparation.
- Coordinate and execute banquet functions, including weddings, conferences, group meals, buffets, plated dinners, and other special events.
- Review banquet event details and function requirements to ensure proper preparation, staffing, timing, quantities, and presentation.
- Plan and organize food preparation for large-volume events while maintaining consistency and quality.
- Work closely with banquet, catering, and front-of-house teams to ensure events run smoothly and meals are served according to schedule.
- Assist with the development of banquet menus, event packages, specials, and regular restaurant menu offerings.
- Supervise kitchen staff, providing training, guidance, and support to foster a collaborative and productive team environment.




- Delegate prep and service responsibilities effectively during regular service and large banquet functions.
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout all kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Manage inventory levels, ordering and receiving supplies as required while controlling food waste and unnecessary costs.
- Monitor food costs, portion control, yields, and product usage.
- Ensure food presentation, quality, and portion sizes consistently meet established standards.
- Prepare production lists and coordinate advance preparation for upcoming events and busy service periods.
- Assist with scheduling and staffing requirements based on restaurant volume and scheduled banquet functions.
- Maintain communication with management regarding upcoming events, product needs, staffing concerns, and operational challenges.
- Respond professionally to guest feedback and work with management to continuously improve the dining and banquet experience.
- Support the kitchen team wherever required during periods of high volume.

Requirements

- Previous banquet and large-volume food service experience is required.
- Proven experience as a Chef, Sous Chef,



or in a similar leadership role within the hospitality industry.
- Experience successfully executing plated banquets, buffets, weddings, conferences, or other large functions.
- Robust ability to organize and coordinate multiple events, prep requirements, and service deadlines.
- Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage, train, and motivate a diverse kitchen team.
- Experience with menu planning, food costing, inventory management, ordering, and waste control.
- Proficiency in a variety of cooking techniques and cuisines.
- Ability to maintain consistency and quality when preparing food for both individual restaurant orders and large-volume functions.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Strong communication and organizational skills for effective collaboration with kitchen, banquet, front-of-house, and management teams.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and scheduled banquet functions.
- A passion for culinary arts and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining and event experiences.

Join our team and help us create memorable dining experiences and successful events for our guests! Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Experience:
- Cooking: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
- FoodSafe (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef (Camrose)
🏢 Rickys Parksville
📍 Camrose