Head Chef – My Greek Plate (Cochrane Alberta)
Full-Time | Competitive Pay hourly or Salary - $28-$32/hr. plus performance bonus | Authentic Greek and Mediterranean Cuisine

Are you passionate about joining a team that creates exceptional customer experiences? My Greek Plate is the #1 rated restaurant in Cochrane with nearly 300 reviews and a 4.7-star rating on Trip Advisor. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to join our team at our beloved Greek restaurant in the heart of Cochrane Alberta. Join us in creating vibrant dishes in an engaging family-style atmosphere!

As Head Chef, you'll have the opportunity to unleash your creativity to delight customers. With opportunities to experiment on dishes with our seasonal menus and pairing experiences. You'll work with a team of sous chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations, uphold the highest standards of quality and consistency, and bring authentic Greek and Mediterranean dishes to life for every guest who walks through our doors. We have big ambitions for expanding our operations and are looking for people who would be excited to help us create and explore new ways to delight our customers.

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate on the creation of seasonal, monthly, or annual menus that reflect culinary innovation, market trends and a Mediterranean twist
• Lead the ~5 people back of house to ensure efficient and quality production
• Lead by example and assist in prep, production, and the lunch/dinner rush
• Monitor menu pricing, ensuring it aligns with food costs, inventory, and supply expenses
• Bring energy for finding optimizations and sharing best practices in a team environment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen that meets all health & safety standards
  

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience, ideally with a track record of being able to independently operate a full-service kitchen
• Culinary degree or diploma is strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Excellent knowledge of food safety regulations, kitchen equipment maintenance, and operational best practices
• Ability to multitask in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Innovative, detail-oriented, and quality-focused approach
• Must be able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 25 pounds regularly and ability to stand and walk for long periods
• An understanding of Greek/Mediterranean cuisine is a plus but not required

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Additional performance-based bonuses of 10% of base pay for achieving metrics.
• Competitive vacation and holidays
• Opportunity for continued career growth with a passionate, close-knit team
• Positive work environment rooted in Greek and Mediterranean hospitality
• Employee meals and dining discounts

Company DescriptionMy Greek Plate is the #1 rated restaurant in Cochrane with nearly 300 reviews and a 4.7-star rating on Trip Advisor. We've won gold awards from Cochrane Reader's Digest for best restaurant, ethnic restaurant, romantic restaurant, lunch, and steak. We've also won awards for our patio, pasta and dessert! This quaint family restaurant is a core part of the community.Company DescriptionMy Greek Plate is the #1 rated restaurant in Cochrane with nearly 300 reviews and a 4.7-star rating on Trip Advisor. We've won gold awards from Cochrane Reader's Digest for best restaurant, ethnic restaurant, romantic restaurant, lunch, and steak. We've also won awards for our patio, pasta and dessert! This quaint family restaurant is a core part of the community.