Italian Chef

North Vancouver - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Italian Chef to lead our bakery division. This is not a bakers position but a culinary leadership role focused on developing executing and innovating authentic Italian-inspired bakery items including breads pastries and desserts - with fine-dining standards of flavor quality and presentation.

The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of Italian culinary heritage mastery of bakery-related techniques and the creativity to elevate traditional recipes into memorable experiences for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute an authentic Italian bakery menu featuring premium breads (focaccia ciabatta grissini) pastries (cannoli cornetti sfogliatella) and desserts (tiramisu crostata panna cotta).
Design and innovate new items blending Italian tradition with modern culinary techniques.
Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations for the bakery section - ensuring product consistency quality control and adherence to food safety standards.
Lead train and mentor kitchen staff on Italian recipes plating standards and preparation methods.
Collaborate with management on seasonal offerings menu engineering and cost control.
Ensure compliance with Canadian food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP / CFIA).
Source and maintain relationships with premium suppliers for authentic Italian ingredients.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent from a recognized institution.
5 7 years of experience as an Italian Chef with proven expertise in bakery-style culinary operations (not limited to baking).
Deep understanding of Italian cuisine - regional specialties techniques and presentation styles.
Strong leadership team management and time management skills.
Ability to balance creativity with operational efficiency.
Excellent communication and organization skills.

Preferred Experience

Prior experience in a premium bakery caf Italian restaurant or hotel kitchen.
Familiarity with both traditional and modern Italian baking techniques.
Exposure to North American hospitality standards is an asset.
Experience training multicultural teams in a high-performance kitchen environment.

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience plus benefits and performance incentives.

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Italian Chef to lead our bakery division. This is not a bakers position but a culinary leadership role focused on developing executing and innovating authentic Italian-inspired bakery items including breads pastries and desserts - with fine-dining stan...

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute an authentic Italian bakery menu featuring premium breads (focaccia ciabatta grissini) pastries (cannoli cornetti sfogliatella) and desserts (tiramisu crostata panna cotta).
Design and innovate new items blending Italian tradition with modern culinary techniques.
Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations for the bakery section - ensuring product consistency quality control and adherence to food safety standards.
Lead train and mentor kitchen staff on Italian recipes plating standards and preparation methods.
Collaborate with management on seasonal offerings menu engineering and cost control.
Ensure compliance with Canadian food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP / CFIA).
Source and maintain relationships with premium suppliers for authentic Italian ingredients.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent from a recognized institution.
5 7 years of experience as an Italian Chef with proven expertise in bakery-style culinary operations (not limited to baking).
Deep understanding of Italian cuisine - regional specialties techniques and presentation styles.
Strong leadership team management and time management skills.
Ability to balance creativity with operational efficiency.
Excellent communication and organization skills.

Preferred Experience

Prior experience in a premium bakery caf Italian restaurant or hotel kitchen.
Familiarity with both traditional and modern Italian baking techniques.
Exposure to North American hospitality standards is an asset.
Experience training multicultural teams in a high-performance kitchen environment.