Job Title: Head Chef / Chef de Cuisine – French Bistro

Location: Carens Rosedale, 1118 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent (On-site)

Reporting Line: Owner / General Manager

Compensation: $70,000-$80,000 / year + Performance Bonus + Excellent Gratuity Program

About Carens Rosedale

Carens Rosedale is an intimate, neighborhood French bistro located in the heart of Rosedale. We serve classic French cuisine, seasonal dishes, and daily specials across lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and private dining, accompanied by patio dining and live music.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled, hands-on Head Chef / Chef de Cuisine to lead kitchen operations. You will preserve our authentic bistro identity while introducing costed seasonal specials, mentoring the back-of-house team, and ensuring high standards for food quality, service execution, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

- Culinary Excellence & Menu Design: Maintain high standards for flavor, presentation, and portion consistency. Execute French fundamentals (stocks, sauces, braising, confit, butchery) and develop costed seasonal specials.
- Kitchen Leadership & Culture: Recruit, train, schedule, and coach the kitchen team. Foster a collaborative, accountable, and respectful environment.
- Daily Service & Operations: Lead line preparation and service during busy shifts (lunch, dinner, brunch, group bookings). Ensure smooth service timing and clear communication with Front of House.
- Commercial Discipline: Manage food costing,



purchasing, receiving, inventory, and waste control. Schedule labor efficiently against sales forecasts and report performance to ownership.
- Safety & Compliance: Oversee food safety, allergen controls, station sanitation, and equipment maintenance in full compliance with Ontario health and safety standards.

Qualifications & Experience

- Experience: Minimum 2+ years leading service as a Head Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume French or upscale à la carte restaurant.
- Technical Skills: Command of classical and modern French culinary techniques, recipe costing, inventory controls, and labor scheduling.
- Education & Certifications: Formal culinary degree or Red Seal Certification preferred (or equivalent practical experience). Valid Ontario Food Handler Certificate required upon start.
- Availability: Ability to work a adaptable five-day schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Compensation & Benefits

- Base Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 per year (commensurate with experience).
- Bonus Program: Target 10% performance bonus
- Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of paid vacation

How to Apply Please submit your résumé along with a short note detailing your French culinary experience and the volume of kitchens you have managed. (Sample seasonal menus or portfolios are welcome but optional).

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef/Kitchen Manager (Toronto)
🏢 Carens Rosedale
📍 Toronto