2 May 2025

Specialist Chef (Italian Cuisine)

  • Oretta Midtown Inc
  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Job ID : 188069
  • Category : Food Services
  • Job Type : Full-Time
  • Salary : $34.10-36 Hourly
  • Anticipated Start Date : As soon as possible
  • Posting Date : 02 May 2025
  • Expiry Date : 02 May 2026

Description

We are looking for a Specialist Chef (Italian Cuisine) for Oretta Midtown Inc., located at G120 – 2131 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4S 0C5, Canada

Number of positions: 02

Tasks and Responsibilities:

 

  • Plan, develop, and execute authentic and innovative Italian dishes, with a focus on regional specialties such as handmade pasta, risotto, wood-fired pizzas, and seasonal Italian entrées, aligned with Oretta’s signature culinary style.

  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team to design new menu items that reflect modern interpretations of traditional Italian cuisine, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.

  • Oversee the preparation and plating of specialty Italian dishes to maintain the high standards expected by Oretta’s clientele.

  • Source and select high-quality, authentic Italian ingredients, including imported cheeses, cured meats, oils, and seasonal produce to enhance flavour authenticity and menu integrity.

  • Train, mentor, and supervise junior kitchen staff in the preparation techniques specific to Italian cuisine, such as pasta making, slow-cooking sauces, and traditional baking methods.

  • Monitor food preparation and portion sizes to ensure adherence to Oretta’s standards, minimizing waste and ensuring cost-efficiency.

  • Ensure kitchen operations are conducted in compliance with food safety standards, hygiene regulations, and workplace safety guidelines.

  • Participate in menu tastings, seasonal updates, and special event planning, contributing ideas that align with the restaurant’s brand and customer expectations.

  • Maintain inventory of specialty ingredients, assist with ordering, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely and consistent product availability.

  • May perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or management team in support of kitchen operations.


 

Prerequisites:

Education: Secondary Certificate or equivalent experience 

Experience & Skills: 2 years to less than 3 years of experience.

Language: English

 

Hourly Rate: $ 34.10 to $ 36.00 per Hour for 30 to 40 Hours per week

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Terms of Employment: Full-time and permanent

 

Benefits: 4 % Vacation Pay, 

 

 

 

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How to Apply

Please send your resume to above mentioned location or Email at

orettamidtownrecruitment@gmail.com

Job Categories: Food Services. Job Types: Full-Time. Job expires in 355 days.

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