Lead the kitchen at one of Ottawa's premier independent restaurants.
Mati and EVOO Greek Kitchen are proud sister restaurants located in the heart of Ottawa. While each restaurant offers its own distinct culinary experience, we share one commitment: delivering exceptional food, genuine hospitality, and memorable dining experiences.
We are currently hiring a Head Chef — one for Mati and one for EVOO Greek Kitchen.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced culinary leader who is passionate about creating outstanding food, developing high-performing teams, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency.
About the Role
As Head Chef, you will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations while leading and inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service every day. You will work closely with ownership and management to uphold each restaurant's unique identity while driving operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop the kitchen team
- Foster a positive, professional, and accountable kitchen culture
- Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation
- Manage daily kitchen operations and service execution
- Create and execute seasonal menu features and specials
- Maintain food costing and labour targets
- Oversee ordering, inventory, and supplier relationships
- Minimize waste and maximize kitchen efficiency
- Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met
- Recruit, train, and onboard new kitchen team members
- Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve systems, quality, and profitability
Qualifications
- 5+ years of culinary leadership experience in an upscale, fine dining, scratch kitchen
- Previous experience as a Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Experience with inventory management, food costing, and labour management
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
What We Offer
- Competitive annual salary based on experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Paid vacation
- Staff dining discounts
- Opportunity to lead one of Ottawa's premier independent restaurant kitchens
- Creative input into menu development and seasonal features
- A collaborative ownership and leadership team
- Career growth within a growing hospitality group
If you're an experienced culinary leader who takes pride in developing people, maintaining high standards, and delivering exceptional dining experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Think you're the right fit? Apply today and show us what sets you apart!
Pay: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
