Head Chef

We are looking for an experienced and creative Chef with 5 years of professional kitchen experience to join our restaurant team in Vancouver, BC.

We are looking for a chef with a strong understanding of African cuisine, contemporary fusion, and modern culinary techniques who can help create and execute an elevated menu that celebrates African flavours while incorporating global influences.

Key Responsibilities:

* Create and develop an exciting Pan-African and contemporary fusion menu
* Develop dishes inspired by African cuisine while incorporating modern and international culinary techniques
* Lead and oversee all daily kitchen operations
* Train, supervise, and manage kitchen staff
* Maintain consistent food quality, flavour, presentation, and portion control
* Establish standardized recipes and kitchen procedures
* Manage food inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships
* Monitor food costs, labour costs, portion sizes, and minimize waste
* Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and kitchen organization
* Work closely with ownership and management to continuously improve the menu and guest experience
* Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently in a fast-paced, upscale restaurant environment

Requirements:

* 5 years of professional culinary/kitchen experience
* Strong knowledge and experience with African cuisine, Pan-African cuisine, or African-inspired fusion
* Experience with modern and international cuisine is an asset
* Ability to independently create, test, cost, and execute a new menu
* Strong leadership and kitchen management skills
* Experience training and managing kitchen staff
* Strong understanding of food costing, inventory control, and portion management
* Creative, reliable, organized, and passionate about food
* Ability to maintain high standards while working in a fast-paced environment

What We’re Looking For:

We want a chef who is creative, entrepreneurial, and passionate about African food and culture—someone who can bring traditional African flavours into a refined, contemporary dining experience.

This is an opportunity to be part of building a modern Pan-African restaurant concept from the ground up, with the freedom to contribute ideas and shape the culinary direction of the restaurant.

Location: Vancouver, BC
Position: Full-Time Chef

If you are an experienced chef who can build a menu, lead a kitchen team, control food costs, and create an elevated Pan-African culinary experience, please send us a message with your experience, availability, and contact information.

Pay: $41,300.00-$71,300.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person