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Chef / Executive Chef
8 Mill St West suite 102 Elora, ON
N0B 1S0
Salary: 85,000 annually / 40 hours per Week
Terms of employment
Permanent employment : Full time
Shifts : Day, Early Morning, Evening, Morning, Shift, Weekend
Start date : Starts as soon as possible
Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits
Vacancies: 1 vacancy
Languages : English
Education: College/CEGEP or equivalent experience
Experience : 5 years or more
Work site environment:
Outdoors
Wet/damp
Noisy
Odours
Hot
Cold/refrigerated
Work setting:
Formal dining room
Restaurant
Rural area
Bar
Willing to relocate
Responsibilities:
Menu Planning: Design and create menus.
Food Quality: Ensure high-quality and consistent food presentation.
Recipe Standardization: Develop and standardize recipes.
Kitchen Management: Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff.
Staff Training: Train and mentor kitchen team members.
Purchasing and Inventory: Manage food purchasing and control inventory.
Budgeting: Develop and manage kitchen budgets.
Quality Assurance: Conduct inspections for food quality.
Menu Costing: Determine cost and pricing strategies.
Collaboration: Coordinate with other departments.
Event Planning: Plan and execute special events.
Adherence to Regulations: Ensure compliance with regulations.
Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends.
Customer Feedback: Respond to customer feedback.
Leadership: Provide leadership and foster teamwork.
Supervision
More than 20 people
Credentials/ Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Food
Safety Certificate
Experience and specialization:
Cuisine specialties
French
Canadian
Lebanese
European
International
Gluten-free
Mediterranean cuisine
Food specialties
Cereals, grains and pulses
Cold kitchen
Eggs and dairy
Fish and seafood
Meat, poultry and game
Stocks, soups and sauces
Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
Additional information:
Transportation/travel information : Public transportation is not available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
Leadership
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Benefits:
Health benefits: Dental plan ,Disability benefits ,Health care plan,
Paramedical services coverage, Vision care benefits, Financial
benefits, Commission, Free parking available
How to apply
By email
rebecca@friendlysociety.ca
Host
Positions Available: 2
Job type: Full-time & part-time positions available
Rate of pay: $17.00 + tips
Start Date: April
The Friendly Society is a trendy neighbourhood restaurant located in the bustling village of Elora. We are passionate about the art of hospitality and are committed to providing a workplace that supports growth and excellence in the F&B industry!
Our food + drink menus change seasonally, with a focus on local ingredients and suppliers. The Friendly dining room can host up to sixty guests, with an additional forty seats available on our sidewalk patio in the summer.
Our ideal candidate is mature, assertive, confident and kind when dealing with the public; works well under pressure and can prioritize in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm; thrives independently as well as in a team; is computer savvy; an excellent problem solver; can accommodate a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. Experience with opentable & touchbistro considered an asset. Hospitality experience is preferred, however we are willing to train the right person!
We pride ourselves in offering a fun, professional and inclusive environment that values individuality and prioritizes work/life balance. If you are friendly and have a passion for hospitality we want to hear from you.
Please submit a current resume and letter of introduction outlining your skills & qualifications to thefriendlysocietyelora@gmail.com. No phone calls, please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted!
The Friendly Society is an equal opportunity employer that offers an inclusive, safe environment to all employees. We have a zero tolerance policy for discrimination or harassment of any kind.
Server/Bartender
Job Title: Server
Positions Available: 8
Job type: full time and part time positions available.
Rate of pay: $15.00 hourly + tips
Start Date: April
The Friendly Society is a trendy neighbourhood restaurant located in the bustling village of Elora. We are passionate about the art of hospitality and are committed to providing a workplace that supports growth and excellence in the F&B industry!
Our food + drink menus change seasonally, with a focus on local ingredients and suppliers. The Friendly dining room can host up to sixty guests, with an additional forty seats available on our sidewalk patio in the summer.
We are looking for servers who are warm, hospitable, intelligent and naturally empathetic; can remain calm while working in a very busy environment; demonstrate kindness while problem solving with guests and coworkers; have basic cocktail skills; familiarity with touchbistro and opentable; can accommodate a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays and have a passion for hospitality.
We pride ourselves in offering a fun, professional and inclusive environment that values individuality and prioritizes work/life balance.
If you are friendly and have a passion for hospitality we want to hear from you!
Please submit a current resume and letter of introduction outlining your skills & qualifications to thefriendlysocietyelora@gmail.com.
No phone calls, please.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted!
The Friendly Society is an equal opportunity employer that offers an inclusive, safe environment to all employees. We have a zero tolerance policy for discrimination or harassment of any kind.