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Manage overall kitchen operations, including menu planning, budgeting, and coordinating special events like weddings and banquets. Supervise and train kitchen staff while ensuring high standards of food preparation and kitchen cleanliness.
- On-site
- Edmonton, AB
- Posted Jul 31, 2026
- Apply by Sep 26, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience 3 years to less than 5 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Wedding Budgetary responsibility $100,001 - $500,000 Responsibilities Tasks Co-ordinate special events Determine the size of food portions and costs Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization Requisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Inspect kitchens and food service areas Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food Order supplies and equipment Supervise kitchen staff and helpers Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment Clean kitchen and work areas Recruit and hire staff Organize buffets and banquets Manage kitchen operations Advise on menu selections Plan for social events and guest programs Plan and manage budgets Food preparation Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties South Indian Canadian Italian cuisine East Indian Vegetarian International Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Fast-paced environment Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Standing for extended periods Work under pressure Personal suitability Client focus Flexibility Initiative Organized Reliability Team player Time management
What you’ll do
Manage overall kitchen operations, including menu planning, budgeting, and coordinating special events like weddings and banquets. Supervise and train kitchen staff while ensuring high standards of food preparation and kitchen cleanliness.
Requirements
Requires 3 to 5 years of experience in professional cooking with expertise in various cuisines including South Indian, Italian, and International. No formal degree or diploma is required, but strong organizational and leadership skills are essential.
Listed skills
- Time managementPreferred
- RecruitmentPreferred
- Food preparationPreferred
- Inventory managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Menu Planning
- Budget Management
- Staff Training
- Kitchen Operations
- Inventory Management
- Food Preparation
- Event Coordination
- Staff Supervision
- Recruitment
- Banqueting
- South Indian Cuisine
- Italian Cuisine
- Vegetarian Cuisine
- International Cuisine
- Time Management
- Client Focus
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Management & Leadership
- Manufacturing
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 26, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
