Dao Cafe is hiring Executive Chef with LMIA

August 8, 2026

Job Details LMIA Status: Pending LMIA Dao Cafe has applied for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and will be ready to extend an offer to a foreign worker once the application is approved. Languages <ul><li>English </li></ul>Education <ul><li>Other trades certificate or diploma</li><li>or equivalent experience</li><li>Baking and pastry arts/baker/pastry chef </li></ul>Experience <ul><li>5 years or more </li></ul>On site <ul><li>Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. </li></ul>Tasks <ul><li>Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items</li><li>Estimate labour costs</li><li>Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory</li><li>Analyze operating costs and other data</li><li>Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff</li><li>Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers</li><li>Create new recipes</li><li>Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food</li><li>Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets</li><li>Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff</li><li>Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions</li><li>Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods</li><li>Requisition food and kitchen supplies</li><li>Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs</li><li>Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions</li><li>Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants</li><li>Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards</li><li>Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances</li><li>Recruit and hire staff</li><li>Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks</li><li>Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food</li><li>Leading/instructing individuals </li></ul>Supervision <ul><li>11-15 people </li></ul>Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses <ul><li>Cook Trade Certification</li><li>Safe Food Handling certificate</li><li>Food Safety Certificate </li></ul>Cuisine specialties <ul><li>Cantonese cuisine</li><li>Dim Sum</li><li>French</li><li>Italian cuisine</li><li>Japanese cuisine</li><li>Thai</li><li>European</li><li>International</li><li>Korean</li><li>Gluten-free</li><li>Halal </li></ul>Food specialties <ul><li>Bakery goods and desserts</li><li>Eggs and dairy</li><li>Stocks, soups and sauces</li><li>Chocolate </li></ul>Area of work experience <ul><li>Manager </li></ul>Transportation/travel information <ul><li>Own transportation</li><li>Public transportation is available </li></ul>Work conditions and physical capabilities <ul><li>Fast-paced environment</li><li>Work under pressure</li><li>Tight deadlines</li><li>Physically demanding</li><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Combination of sitting, standing, walking</li><li>Standing for extended periods</li><li>Bending, crouching, kneeling </li></ul>Own tools/equipment <ul><li>Uniform </li></ul>Personal suitability <ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Dependability</li><li>Efficient interpersonal skills</li><li>Excellent oral communication</li><li>Flexibility</li><li>Initiative</li><li>Organized</li><li>Reliability</li><li>Team player</li></ul>

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