Role overview

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced Private Chef to work part-time for a family at their residence. You must be able to take direction well, have excellent time management and be quick on your feet. The ideal candidate knows how to cater menu items to meet the dietary preferences and constraints of the family.

Position Responsibilities

Preparing meals and baked goods for the week, ensuring ready-to-serve options are available throughout the week
Providing occasional assistance with preparing and serving fresh, seasonal, health-conscious meals (lunch, snacks, and dinner) for the family and their guests
Providing occasional assistance with breakfast and brunch service as required
Managing all aspects of the kitchen, including grocery shopping, inventory control, storage management, and pantry stock
Using a house vehicle, when available, to complete work-related errands
Organizing the kitchen and overseeing all food-related activities, including the presentation and serving of food
Maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area at all times
Ensuring the general maintenance of kitchen equipment and arranging service as required
Sourcing and ordering kitchen supplies and equipment as needed
Planning and preparing food for parties, holiday meals, luncheons, special functions, and other social events
Travelling to vacation homes, as required, to provide meal preparation services at those locations.

Skills & Qualifications

Strong cooking background
Must have formal training in cuisine
Must have a passion for cooking
Good planning and organizational skills
Have the ability to adapting to the family's tastes, preferences and dietary
Energetic with a strong work ethic
Ability to multitask and work under pressure
Ability to work independently
Adaptable and able to respond to the needs of the principal residents, including having flexible hours and scheduling with the ability to work evenings, mornings and weekends according to the household needs
Be professional and punctual
Service oriented, have great presentation and pleasant with great communication skills
Understands that the outmost in discretion and confidentially is required at all times
Must be eligible to work in Canada and travel abroad without restriction (including having a valid passport)

Work Schedule

This is a part-time position requiring approximately 24 hours per week, with a regular schedule of three days per week.

Additional Information

We thank you for your interest in this position but only those who are short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

Please apply directly via the link provided: https://wentworthrestaurants.bamboohr.com/careers/437