Chef De Cuisine

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Selection Process Nº: 231381-6

Salary: 76,662 USD

Contract Type: Indeterminate (Full-time)

Term Details: This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in the USA

Job Function: General Services

Classification: LE - G4

Location: the Consulate General of Canada in New York

Number of Vacancies: 1

Closing date for application: 24 March, 2026 at 23:59 UTC/GMT -5:00

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Government of Canada is searching for a creative and innovative Chef de cuisine who can use food and service to represent Canada at the Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations and Consulate General of Canada in New York. This position provides a unique opportunity to gain experience on a high-profile international platform, and create innovative menus that highlight the very best in Canadian cuisine including food, wine, beer and specialty products. Supported by the Events Management Team, the Chef is required to manage all official hospitality functions hosted by the Permanent Representative and Consul General at both the office and Official Residence(s), including the daily running and management of the kitchen(s), supervision of temporary service staff, maintenance of food inventory, liaison with contractors and local vendor to order supplies; procurement and budget management of all events, and conduct errands for the kitchen, as necessary.

AREA OF SELECTION:

This selection process is open to all applicants, who are residing and legally authorized to work in USA, who meet all the essential qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date.

Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in New York does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered on merit regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or other factor. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

All essential qualifications will be assessed. Methods of assessments and screening of candidates may include but are not limited to: verification of credentials, resume and letters of presentation; interviews, exams and practical tests; presentations or other types of assessments.

Education:

This position requires:

• An Associate's degree from a legally recognized college or culinary certification or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.*

*An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience refers to: three years of culinary experience in a fine dining establishment.

Note: Candidates will be required to provide proof of their education

Language:

The Following languages and proficiency levels are required for this job. Candidates will be formally assessed or requested to provide proof of certification on these levels.

• An intermediate proficiency level (reading, writing, comprehension, and speaking) in English.

Experience:

In order to perform the duties relevant to this job, the following experience is required.

• Three years of recent* cumulative experience working in a field of food creation demonstrating advanced culinary skills and catering events of varying sizes.

*Recent is defined as within the last five years.

Competencies:

All competencies will be assessed. All competencies must be met prior to appointment.

• Knowledge of culinary preparation, cooking methods and presentation techniques according to the highest culinary and food safety standards including accommodation of dietary restrictions and allergies.
• Knowledge of professional kitchen operations including inventory and budget management.
• Knowledge of professional food handling and health and safety practices.
• Research.
• Organization and Coordination.
• Focus on Quality and Detail.
• Oral Interaction.
• People Management.
• Client Orientation.

*For more information on competencies: Competency Dictionary

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

• Experience with Canadian wine or agricultural products
• Proficiency in French (Oral)

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Operational requirements will be assessed on a ``meet/does not meet`` basis and can be used to determine right fit of a candidate for the position.

• Hours of Work: Normal hours of work of work for this position are in accordance with Locally-Engaged Staff regulations of 40 hours per week.
• Overtime: Willingness to work overtime on short notice.
• Travel: This position may require limited occasional local travel.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position. They are to be maintained throughout the employment period.

• Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
• Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada.

Special Request from Mission / Additional Comments:

We offer a competitive salary, generous leave, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, long term disability and a retirement savings plan. Please find a summary of our benefits package and information on employment eligibility at: Jobs at our offices in the United States (international.gc.ca).

Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies. Canada’s strength is diversity and it has played a key role in Canada’s history and development. Because of this, the Consulate General of Canada in New York values diversity, equity and inclusion in our workforce.

HOW TO APPLY:

Follow the below instructions to ensure your application can be considered.

• You must submit your application to . Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
• Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the above job poster.
• You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the qualifications of the vacancy. You must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the qualification in each question box. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
• Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may (or may not) be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
• Applications which do not include all the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
• Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to [email protected] prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
• *If you are in a partially or fully qualified pool for a similar position with our mission, please include the process number and all relevant details in your application.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Carefully review the following:

• Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in New York does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.
• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
• Reference checks may be sought for candidates.
• Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in New York does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
• Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated (during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at [email protected] to request specialized accommodation (a modification made to the standard assessment conditions, allowing individuals with disabilities to demonstrate their abilities on an assessment by removing barriers related to their specific needs ). All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
• The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Consulate General of Canada in New York, which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
• For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.
• The Government of Canada has established a multiple step salary scale as well as Terms and Conditions tailored to each country’s local labor environment. The Government of Canada does not negotiate salaries. Competitive benefits in line with local practices for each country are also provided in the gross compensation package.

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