About Us
We’re a recent upscale Vietnamese restaurant opening this November on College Street, serving slow-simmered broths, fresh in-house noodles and authentic dishes. We’re looking for a passionate chef to lead our kitchen from day one.

The Role
As our Head Chef, you’ll run the kitchen and lead the team as we open. This is a full-time, hands-on role that combines robust cooking skills with clear leadership, for someone who loves Vietnamese cooking, takes pride in quality and presentation, and wants to be part of something new.

Responsibilities

- Make fresh noodles in-house daily
- Prepare authentic broths and other Vietnamese dishes to a consistent, high standard
- Follow established recipes, portion and plating standards to ensure every dish is consistent and beautifully presented
- Oversee food prep, cooking and timely service, coordinating closely with the front-of-house team
- Lead the kitchen team, assign tasks and guide staff through busy service periods
- Manage daily kitchen operations and prep lists
- Order and receive premium ingredients; manage food costs and minimize waste
- Train and supervise kitchen staff
- Maintain a clean,



safe and organized kitchen that meets all food safety and health standards

What We’re Looking For

- 2+ years of experience as a chef or line cook, ideally with Vietnamese or Southeast Asian cuisine
- Supervisory or kitchen leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of traditional Vietnamese broths and cooking techniques
- Experience making fresh noodles by hand (required)
- Fluent in English and Vietnamese (required)
- A keen eye for detail and presentation
- Valid Ontario Food Handler Certificate (or willingness to obtain before start)
- Organized, reliable and calm under pressure, with clear communication skills
- Available full-time, including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Experience in upscale or fine dining kitchens, or helping open a current restaurant, is a strong asset

What We Offer

- Competitive wages
- Full-time position
- Staff meals
- The chance to be part of a new upscale restaurant’s opening team
- A friendly, supportive team environment

Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 50.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef (Toronto)
🏢 Pho Ly
📍 Toronto