Executive Chef at Fine Dining Restaurant
Company
Culinaria Restaurant & Events
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via BeBee
Job Description
Elevate your culinary career as an Executive Chef in a fine dining restaurant. This permanent position emphasizes expertise in Canadian, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisines while overseeing a dynamic kitchen team. This role requires a dedicated Executive Chef with 2-3 years of experience.
Your responsibilities will include menu planning, food safety, and cooking techniques while training a staff of 5-10 kitchen professionals. The position blends creativity with operational management—ideal for someone passionate about innovative gastronomy. Key Responsibilities:
• Estimate costs of food supplies and labor accurately
• Supervise and train kitchen staff in meal preparation
• Create and develop new menu recipes according to quality standards
• Maintain records of inventory, sales, and food expenses
• Prepare specialty dishes for events and guests Requirements:
• Culinary arts or chef training diploma required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Safe Food Handling and Food Safety certifications needed
• Strong leadership skills for team management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment Deliver culinary excellence and innovative meal experiences while leading a talented kitchen team.
Your responsibilities will include menu planning, food safety, and cooking techniques while training a staff of 5-10 kitchen professionals. The position blends creativity with operational management—ideal for someone passionate about innovative gastronomy. Key Responsibilities:
• Estimate costs of food supplies and labor accurately
• Supervise and train kitchen staff in meal preparation
• Create and develop new menu recipes according to quality standards
• Maintain records of inventory, sales, and food expenses
• Prepare specialty dishes for events and guests Requirements:
• Culinary arts or chef training diploma required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Safe Food Handling and Food Safety certifications needed
• Strong leadership skills for team management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment Deliver culinary excellence and innovative meal experiences while leading a talented kitchen team.
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What is the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Ontario as of 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour effective January 1 2026 and tips cannot be used to meet this rate. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 44 hours in a work week.
What work permit is required for international applicants seeking restaurant jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before starting restaurant employment. The permit must specify the employer and occupation and is valid for up to two years initially.
What experience and education are required to qualify for line cook positions in Canadian restaurants?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, line cook applicants need a high school diploma plus at least one year of paid kitchen experience or completion of a 12-month culinary certificate program. No formal certification is mandatory but Red Seal endorsement increases hiring priority.
Which documents are needed to apply for a restaurant job through the Government of Canada Job Bank in 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants must upload a resume, proof of SIN, and a valid work permit or Canadian citizenship document when applying via the Job Bank portal. A food handler certificate issued within the last three years is also required for most positions.
