Posted Oct 23, 2026 · Published for 11 days · 2 vacancies
01Posting details
Closes
Nov 13, 2026
Posted
Oct 23, 2026
Published for
11 days
Vacancies
2
Job type and hours
Full-time · On-site · 30 hours per week
Wage
$32.00 – $33.00/hour
Language of work
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Work experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Operating name
Desi Garden Food Bar & Lounge
Industry
Accommodation and food services
NOC
62200
02Work location
Halifax, NS B3J 2H7
03Job description
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting - Restaurant - Urban area
Tasks - Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items - Estimate labour costs - Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory - Analyze operating costs and other data - Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff - Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers - Create new recipes - Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food - Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets - Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff - Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions - Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods - Requisition food and kitchen supplies - Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs - Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions - Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants - Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards - Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances - Recruit and hire staff - Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks - Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food - Leading/instructing individuals
Supervision - 3-4 people
Cuisine specialties - East Indian
Weight handling - Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)
Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for youths - Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
04Requirements
Languages: English
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses - Safe Food Handling certificate
Transportation/travel information - Public transportation is 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
Personal suitability - Leadership - Dependability - Efficient interpersonal skills - Excellent oral communication - Flexibility - Initiative - Organized - Reliability - Team player
Who can apply - Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada - other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit
05How to apply
Apply online at youthfuturejobs.ca/jobs/chef-halifax-sldp/go
Printed from youthfuturejobs.ca/jobs/chef-halifax-sldp on November 2, 2026
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting - Restaurant - Urban area
Tasks - Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items - Estimate labour costs - Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory - Analyze operating costs and other data - Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff - Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers - Create new recipes - Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food - Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets - Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff - Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions - Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods - Requisition food and kitchen supplies - Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs - Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions - Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants - Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards - Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances - Recruit and hire staff - Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks - Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food - Leading/instructing individuals
Supervision - 3-4 people
Cuisine specialties - East Indian
Weight handling - Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)
Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for youths - Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
What you need
Languages: English
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses - Safe Food Handling certificate
Transportation/travel information - Public transportation is 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
Personal suitability - Leadership - Dependability - Efficient interpersonal skills - Excellent oral communication - Flexibility - Initiative - Organized - Reliability - Team player
Who can apply - Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada - other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit
