Head Chef (Korean Specialty Foods)

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 chefs 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: