Company: Ontario Golden Chefs Ltd O/A GoldenChefs, CakeGuys & IceGuys Business information: Ontario Golden Chefs Ltd. O/A GoldenChefs, CakeGuys & IceGuys is a company specialized with a range of products and services, from ice sculptures to edible carvings, from chocolate fountains to caramel fountains, from live waffle buffets to crepes suzette stations, from novelty cakes to wedding cakes and of course unique catering services for our valuable customers. Business address: Unit 17, 350 Woodbridge Avenue, Woodbridge, ON L4L 3K8 Work Location: Same as above and other locations throughout the GTA area for any outside live and catering events. Type of Employment: Full time - Permanent Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible Job Description: Create new recipes Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food Demonstrate new cooking/ice and food carving techniques and new equipment to cooking staff Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants (GoldenChefs, CakeGuys & IceGuys) Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions Supervise and support activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and carvers Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs Plan menus/orders and ensure food meets quality standards Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs Requisition food, kitchen supplies, carving materials, carving ice blocks, and other supplies needed for the events Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Train staff in preparation, cooking, carving and handling of food and carving materials Carve fruits and vegetables into designs and bouquets Complete ice carvings prepared by CNC/Lazer Machines Support catering events with preparation, production and expedition Conduct live carving and cooking demos Conduct live sushi and sashimi stations Manage and operate live food stations Demonstrate new ice and food carving techniques and new equipment to clients & public (ie; WinterFests) Plan and direct events, projects and activities happening at different locations as per client's needs (GoldenChefs, CakeGuys & IceGuys) Maintain Ice Block Makers, Carving Areas, Fridges and Freezers and manage Ice Blocks production in a timely and efficient manner