Head Chef

HIRING: HEAD CHEF for Authentic Thai Cuisine in Yaletown-Vancouver, BC

Employer: Zab Zaab Thai Cuisine (operated by Double B Restaurant Holdings Ltd.)

Job Location: 1211 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 6K3

Job Title: Head Chef

Positions Available: 1

Employment conditions:

• Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Compensation: $80,000 ~ $85,000 per year
• Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
• Benefit:
  • Vacation and sick leave will be provided in accordance with the BC Employment Standards Act.
  • Extended health benefits (including dental, massage physio, glasses, and counselling)
  • Staff meal provided during shifts
  • Employee discount

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the daily kitchen operations
• Develop, prepare, and maintain authentic Thai dishes while ensuring consistent quality, taste, and presentation.
• Create and update menus, recipes, and daily specials in accordance with the restaurant’s concept and standards.
• Supervise, train, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure efficient and professional kitchen operations.
• Monitor food preparation, portion sizes, food quality, and presentation to maintain consistent standards.
• Order and manage food, ingredients, and kitchen supplies while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Monitor food costs, labour costs, and kitchen expenses to support the restaurant’s financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
• Coordinate with management/owner and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and timely food preparation.
• Address kitchen-related issues and resolve operational challenges promptly and effectively.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and rotation of food and ingredients in accordance with applicable health regulations.
• Stay current with Thai culinary techniques, ingredients, and industry trends and introduce new dishes or improvements where appropriate.
• Participate in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of kitchen staff, and train and supervise kitchen employees.
• Perform other kitchen-related duties, as required.

Requirements:

• Language: English
• Education: Completion of Secondary Education
• Experience:
  • A minimum of 5 years of professional culinary experience in Thai cuisine, in addition to completion of secondary education, OR,
  • A minimum of 3 years of professional culinary experience in Thai cuisine, in addition to completion of post-secondary program in hospitality, culinary arts, or a related field.
  • Previous experience in a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or senior kitchen management role is an asset.
  • Strong knowledge of authentic Thai cooking techniques, ingredients, and traditional flavours.
  • Ability to train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards.
  • Ability to manage food inventory, ordering, portion control, and food costs.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks during busy service periods.
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

How to apply: 

• By email: zabzaab.job@gmail.com
• Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume to the email address. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.