CHEF – 2 POSITIONS
Aldergrove Kitchen
Location: 27235 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove, BC V4W 3P9
Position: Chef
Number of Positions: 2
Employment: Permanent, Full-Time
Wage: $38.50 per hour
Overtime: 1.5 times after 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Start Date: As soon as possible
Work Location: On-site
About Aldergrove Kitchen
Aldergrove Kitchen is a busy Indian restaurant offering a diverse selection of authentic Indian cuisine, including tandoori specialties, curries, vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, seafood, biryani, naan and breads, Indian street food and Indo-Chinese dishes. The restaurant also provides catering and food services for parties, celebrations and special events.
We are currently seeking two experienced Chefs to join our kitchen team.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and cook a wide range of Indian and specialty dishes while maintaining consistent taste, quality and presentation.
• Organize daily food preparation and coordinate cooking activities to support smooth kitchen operations.
• Develop and introduce new dishes, recipes and menu ideas.
• Prepare food for regular restaurant service, catering orders, private functions and special events.
• Lead and guide kitchen staff in proper preparation, cooking, plating and garnishing techniques.
• Oversee preparation of curries, tandoori items, breads, vegetarian dishes, meat and seafood specialties, biryani and other menu items.
• Monitor portion sizes, food quality and presentation to ensure consistency with restaurant standards.
• Plan ingredient requirements and coordinate the ordering and replenishment of food and kitchen supplies.
• Monitor food usage, inventory and kitchen costs and maintain appropriate records.
• Train kitchen staff on cooking methods, recipes, food preparation procedures and safe operation of equipment.
• Coordinate the work of cooks and other kitchen personnel during busy service periods.
• Ensure food preparation areas, cooking equipment and workstations are kept clean and sanitary.
• Follow established food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with menu planning and customized food preparation for catering and special events.
Qualifications
• Secondary school graduation certificate.
• 3 to 5 years of experience as a Chef or in a similar professional kitchen environment.
• Experience preparing Indian cuisine and specialty dishes is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking and presentation.
• Good leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work around heat, cooking equipment and food odours.
• Flexible availability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Compensation & Employment
$38.50 per hour | 40 hours per week | Permanent, Full-Time
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume outlining their relevant culinary experience and qualifications.
How to apply
Email: JobsAldergroveIndianBistro@outlook.com
Mail: 27235 Fraser Hwy Aldergrove, BC V4W 3P9