Head Chef (Korean Specialty Foods) Job

Hongdae Pocha Korean BBQ is located at 1642 Robson St., Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7. We are currently looking for a permanent, full-time Head Chef (Korean Specialty Foods). If you are interested, please apply by e-mail.

Position: Head Chef (Korean Specialty Foods)
Wage: CAD $39.00 per hour
Types: Full-time, Permanent (various shifts, including evenings & nights, weekends, and holidays)
Working hours: 30-40 hours per week
Benefits: 4% vacation pay

Job Duties:
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities for Korean specialty foods and other Korean dishes;
• Develop menus, specialty items, and seasonal features to improve menu diversity and enhance customer satisfaction;
• Ensure Korean dishes meet high standards of quality, presentation, and consistency;
• Estimate meat, seafood, vegetables, seasonings, and other food requirements and assist in controlling food costs;
• Prepare and cook authentic Korean dishes, specialty foods, and chef’s specials;
• Oversee the preparation of Korean specialty dishes and ensure proper cooking methods, seasoning, and presentation;
• Oversee the selection, inspection, and proper handling of meat, seafood, and other ingredients to ensure freshness and quality;
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of cooks and kitchen staff;
• Train and mentor junior cooks and kitchen staff in Korean food preparation techniques;
• Lead the recruitment, hiring, and evaluation of kitchen staff;
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards in accordance with provincial regulations;
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs;
• May prepare and cook food for special guests, catering orders, or customers with dietary restrictions or allergies.

Job Requirements:
• Completion of secondary school is required;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial food preparation including two years in a supervisory capacity and experience as a chef is required;
• Proficiency in meat preparation, including trimming, portioning, marinating, and preparing Korean-style dishes, is required;
• A Korean cuisine cooking certificate is an asset;
• Skills demonstrations, including taste and plating abilities, may be required.

Language at work: English
Job Location: 1642 Robson St., Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7

How to apply:
Please submit your application, including your resume, cover letter, and references attesting to your experience, by email to Hongdae Pocha Korean BBQ at the following email address:
• Email: [email protected]