Head Chef
ID: #
50109992
KITA JAPANESE KITCHEN + BAR
Posted:August 17, 2026
Expires:September 9, 2026
Description
- Location: 204B MAIN STREET Whitehorse , YT Y1A 2A9
- Work location: On site
- Salary: $ 44.50 HOUR hourly / 35 to 40 hours per week
- Job Type: Full Time
- Overtime required, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift
- Starts as soon as possible
- Vacancies: 1
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Wet/damp
- Noisy
- Hot
Work setting
- Restaurant
- Urban area
- Willing to relocate
Ranks of chefs
- Head chef
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
- Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
- Create new recipes
- Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
- Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
- Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
- Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
- Requisition food and kitchen supplies
- Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
- Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
- Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
- Leading/instructing individuals
Supervision
- 5-10 people
Experience and specialization
Cuisine specialties
- Sushi preparation techniques
- Japanese cuisine
Food specialties
- Eggs and dairy
- Fish and seafood
- Meat, poultry and game
- Stocks, soups and sauces
- Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
- Leadership
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
Benefits
Financial benefits
- Bonus
- Gratuities
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer