Chef de Cuisine (Aurora)

A leader in elevated dining experiences & events, Locale Restaurants/Bars are well established in York Region as both vibrant neighbourhood gems and destination hotspots. The Opportunity As Locale enters an active transition & growth phase, we are hiring for a new position of Chef de Cuisine at Locale Aurora. We are seeking a culinary leader who will define the next chapter for that location. In this role you will manage and lead the BOH team and oversee daily operations of a professional, high volume, quality focused scratch kitchen. You will be guided through an initial training and support period led by our exiting Executive Chef. Key Responsibilities & Expectations Culinary: - To execute Italian-inspired dishes for menu development, features and seasonal updates, using proper ingredients and cooking methods and ensure consistent, clean, modern, plating style that highlights ingredients and best reflects the brand. - You will have the opportunity and autonomy to elevate and influence the culinary direction as you advance and integrate into the role. Operations: - Manage BOH scheduling to ensure labor targets and team satisfaction are met without compromising kitchen standards.· - Manage food costs, inventory levels, ordering accuracy, and waste control.· - Delegating tasks and responsibilities to Sous Chef & core team with oversight.· - Regularly inspecting equipment, electrical cords, and appliances - Implementing a strict cleaning schedule and enforce food safety, sanitation, temperature controls and keep a safe inspection-ready kitchen. - Ensure the FIFO system is followed for inventory and proper food storage Collaboration & Communication:· - Maintain regular and effective communication with FOH & event managers to ensure details and service goals are met - Conduct productive pre shift briefings and new menu tastings with FOH team. - Keep clear constructive notes, topics for discussion to present at manager meetings. - Check in regularly with your BOH team to invite feedback, address concerns, highlight achievements, present challenges, assign new tasks to create learning opportunities Requirements - 3+ years experience as a CDC / Chef / Senior sous / chef / kitchen manager of a full-service, high-volume scratch kitchen - Proven ability to manage scheduling, inventory, food & labour cost, menu pricing - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment - Robust organization, communication skills - Food Handler Certification - Physically able and have Flexible availability to work full time 50 hrs/ week (days, evenings, weekends, holidays) - Must be legally eligible to work in Canada - Must have reliable form of transportation to commute to Aurora STARTING Compensation $68,000.00 to start - plus generous gratuity share COMPLETE Compensation Package (after 3 months) - Performance based salary upgrade review after 3 months (expected pay increase and 90 day training checklist discussed at interview) - Continued gratuity share - Extended Health Benefits - Exclusive Dining Account for Chef & Family - Success Share & Impact Bonuses - Compensated Supplier & Purveyor site visits - New IPad or Laptop provided for Chef’s exclusive use - Monthly Gas Allowance - On-site reserved parking spot - Adminstrative Support dedicated for BOH: record upkeep, reports, filings, financials - This position offers significant opportunities and a direct path for career growth If you are a driven hands-on culinary leader with kitchen management experience and work with a strong sense of accountability, we would like meet you. Pay: From $68,000.00 per year Experience: - high volume professional kitchen management: 2 years (required) Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o4edh