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head chef

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Employer details Doraku

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Job details

  • Location 44 Ochterloney St.Dartmouth, NSB2Y 1B9
  • Work location On site
  • Salary32.00 to 35.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 60 to 96 hours bi-weekly
  • Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
  • Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift
  • Starts as soon as possible
  • Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits
  • vacancies 1 vacancy
  • Source Job Bank #3600045

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • College/CEGEP

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

  • Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

  • Head chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
  • Estimate labour costs
  • Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
  • Analyze operating costs and other data
  • 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
  • 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
  • Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
  • 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

  • Japanese cuisine

Food specialties

  • Fish and seafood
  • Meat, poultry and game
  • Stocks, soups and sauces

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Handling heavy loads
  • Physically demanding
  • Attention to detail
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

  • Leadership
  • Dependability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility
  • Organized
  • Reliability
  • Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance

Other benefits

  • Other benefits
  • Parking available
  • Travel insurance

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

  • a Canadian citizen
  • a permanent resident of Canada
  • a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-07-14

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Doraku

  • Accommodation and food services
  • 1 job posting advertised
  • Medium-sized business (between 5 and 100 employees)
  • 2 business locations
  • View business profile

Job market information

head chef NOC 62200 Halifax Region
Median wage Help -
19.00 $/hour

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