Job Title: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Location: Dartmouth, NS (Confidential Establishment)

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $23.00-$26.00 per hour + Gratuities (Tips) + Health & Dental Benefits

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced, creative, and hands-on Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations at one of Dartmouth’s vibrant, well-established neighborhood pubs. Known for a bustling atmosphere, a loyal local following, and a menu featuring popular house favorites, scratch-made elements, and elevated pub fare, we pride ourselves on consistency and quality.

As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen—managing daily food prep, line execution, inventory control, ordering, and kitchen staff leadership. This is an exciting prospect for a culinary professional who wants stability, great earning potential, and creative freedom to refine menus and drive kitchen efficiency.

What We Offer:

- Competitive Pay & Earning Potential: $26.00/hour starting rate plus strong tips from a high-volume, bustling bar environment.
- Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package—a rare offering in the hospitality industry to support your health and well-being.
- Stability & Growth: A stable, high-traffic Dartmouth venue with a tight-knit, supportive team culture.
- Creative Input: Opportunity to shape menu features, maintain high culinary standards, and direct kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Kitchen Leadership & Operations: Lead, mentor, and schedule kitchen staff; foster a positive,



high-performing team culture during busy service shifts.
- Menu Execution & Development: Oversee the preparation and plating of all menu items to exact standards; collaborate on weekly specials, seasonal menu features and new recipe rollouts.
- Inventory & Cost Control: Manage food cost percentages, inventory tracking, ordering, and supplier relationships to maximize profitability without compromising quality.
- Food Safety & Sanitation: Maintain rigorous kitchen cleanliness, food safety protocols, and health regulation compliance (Nova Scotia food safety standards).
- Quality Assurance: Ensure consistency, proper portioning, and timely ticket execution during peak volume periods.

Qualifications:

- Minimum 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 2 years in a Sous Chef or Head Chef capacity within a fast-paced pub, casual dining, or restaurant environment.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and direct a kitchen crew under pressure.
- Strong working knowledge of food cost control, inventory management, and kitchen administrative tasks.
- Valid food safety certification.
- Passion for high-quality pub fare, consistency, and culinary creativity.

How to Apply:

- All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your culinary background through Indeed.

Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

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