We are looking for well well-experienced Specialist Chef for Patois located at 794 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ON M6J 1V1, Canada
No. of Positions: 2
JOB DUTIES:
Plan and oversee all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service for lunch, dinner, and special events, with a strong emphasis on Caribbean and Chinese culinary traditions.
Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Create, refine, and execute menus that showcase Patois’s Asian-Caribbean fusion concept, blending traditional Caribbean and Chinese flavours with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
Ensure all dishes meet the restaurant’s high standards for quality, consistency, portioning, and presentation.
Manage food inventory, control costs, and maintain relationships with vendors to ensure efficient and cost-effective kitchen operations.
Enforce health and safety regulations, ensuring all food handling, sanitation, and cleanliness standards meet or exceed public health requirements.
Train and mentor kitchen staff in both Caribbean and Chinese cooking techniques, fostering professional development and consistency across the team.
Collaborate with management on menu innovation, strategic kitchen planning, and execution of special events or seasonal promotions.
Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, coordinating repairs or replacements as necessary to avoid service disruptions.
Stay current with culinary trends and incorporate relevant techniques and ingredients to keep offerings fresh, innovative, and aligned with Patois’s identity
Prerequisites;
Education: Secondary School or equivalent experience
Experience & Skills: 2 year to less than 3 years of experience
Language: English
Hourly Rate: $36.00 per Hour for 30 to 40 Hours per week
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Terms of Employment: Full-time and permanent
Benefits: 4 % Vacation Pay,
Please send your resume at the above location or Email at patoisrecruitment@gmail.com