About Us

As one of Toronto's leading hospitality powerhouses with over 17 locations across the country, Yunshang Hospitality Group is dedicated to delivering exceptional Asian culinary experiences.

This project is the newest, highly anticipated innovative brand under Yunshang Hospitality Group, featuring a Modern Asian Fusion Artisanal Udon concept. We seamlessly blend traditional artisan noodle-crafting techniques, 12-hour slow-cooked broths, and modern East-West fusion flavors to pioneer an entirely current fast-casual dining experience.

To support our grand opening and brand expansion, we are currently seeking an ambitious, creative, and highly organized Head Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team, establish top-tier culinary standards, and grow alongside the group!

Key Responsibilities

- Kitchen Operations: Oversee and manage daily kitchen operations, supervising the workflow and collaboration of line cooks and prep cooks.
- Quality & Standardization: Strictly control food quality, output speed, and plating presentation, ensuring high standards in broth preparation, seasoning consistency, and prep work.
- Cost & Inventory Management: Manage back-of-house administration, including food procurement, inventory counts, waste reduction, and managing food and labor costs.
- Food Safety & Hygiene: Strictly enforce food safety regulations, ensure kitchen equipment is well-maintained, and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness.
- Team Training & Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor the kitchen team to build a positive, efficient, and collaborative working environment.
- Menu Development Support: Collaborate with management to develop and refine seasonal new dishes or fusion udon flavor profiles.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Education:



Culinary Arts diploma or degree preferred (e.g., George Brown College, Centennial College).
- Experience: Minimum 3 years or more of kitchen management or head chef experience in Chinese, Japanese, Western, or Modern Asian Fusion restaurants.
- Strong precision knife skills and meat/poultry butchery capabilities.
- Deep understanding of broth/stock reduction, seasoning consistency, and standardized prep processes.
- Solid back-of-house administrative and cost-control skills (Food Costing / Inventory).
- Language Skills: Must possess good Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) communication skills, along with basic English for daily kitchen operations.
- Certifications: Valid Food Handler Certificate.
- Cultural Fit: Ability to bridge traditional Asian culinary culture with modern Western kitchen management practices.

What We Offer

- Competitive Compensation: Annual salary of CA$75,000.00 – CA$90,000.00 + Monthly Performance Bonus + Tip Share.
- Group Growth Platform: Backed by Yunshang Hospitality Group, offering vast career advancement and cross-brand development opportunities.
- Modern Working Environment: Standardized modern kitchen equipment (no heavy grease/stir-fry smoke), creating a comfortable and balanced work experience.
- Employee Benefits: Free staff meals and employee discounts across group brands.

How to Apply / 应聘方式

If you are passionate about modern Asian fusion cuisine and eager to join a premier Canadian hospitality group’s newest project, please send your resume to:

[email protected] (Please indicate "Applying for Head Chef")

Work Location: Richmond Hill, ON (On-site work)

Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Experience:

- Restaurant management: 2 years (required)

Language:

- Mandarin (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef/Kitchen Manager (Richmond Hill)
🏢 1001513429 Canada
📍 Richmond Hill