Ristorante Boccaccio is reopening late spring-early summer. Boccaccio is a renowned Italian restaurant located inside the Columbus Centre with a great history and fame in all GTA and not only.
We are looking to hire a motivated and passionate professional head chef to help us manage the kitchen and the staff at the Columbus Centre. Knowledge of Italian cuisine and techniques is mandatory.
Food at Boccaccio is made fresh, with Italian and local ingredients, following classic and regional Italian cuisine recipes. We use only fresh pasta and the best quality ingredients to ensure top service and unique culinary experiences. We also want to be a Slow Food restaurant follwing Good-Clean-Fair practises and be the best and first fully suistainable restaurant in the City.
The Head Chef reports directly to General Manager and Executive Chef. You will cook and prepare a variety of food products including the mains of meats and seafood, appetizers, vegetables, sauces, and other food products in classic Italian & Regional cuisine using a variety of equipment and utensils according to kitchen protocol and standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Design and work on a recipe book, including dining, brunch, happy hours, and other special occasions.
• Ensure that meals are prepared in a timely manner in accordance with pre-set recipes.
• Ensure food quality by maintaining high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food products.
• Scheduling staff and placing food orders.
• Prepare and follow a daily prep sheet to indicate levels on hand and amounts required.
• Prepare an inventory stocking sheet on a weekly basis.
• Cook and support for all events and banquets ran by the company partner Chef Luciano Schipano ltd.
• Maintain a positive attitude that promotes teamwork within the restaurant.

Skills and Abilities

• Passion for fresh ingredients and producing great food every day.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must work well within a restaurant team culture.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and have a strong initiative.
• A positive and team-oriented attitude.
• A minimum of 5 years ‘experience in a similar role is required and any technical training will be highly desirable.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Application question(s):

• Please tell us why you are applying and what brings you to cook and be a chef.

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (required)

Language:

• Italian (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (required)
• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details