head chef

Reyna Hospitality is looking for a *Head Chef* to lead our King St Location. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an evolving, female-led hospitality group with locations in *Toronto and NYC* and future expansion plans. Our team thrives on passion, creativity, and a love for hospitality.

*About Us:*

Reyna is a *Mediterranean-inspired* restaurant that blends flavors from Lebanon, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Turkey, and France. We offer lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, special events, and catering, serving up a fresh and innovative menu from Tuesday to Sunday.

*Who We?re Looking For:*

We are looking for a seasoned chef with expertise in *Mediterranean cuisine* and training in classic French techniques. The ideal candidate is a *creative thinker*, a *strong leader with business acumen*, and someone with *exceptional management and interpersonal skills*.

*Responsibilities:*

* *Menu Development* ? Create seasonal menus, develop recipes, ensure brand consistency, and conduct competitive analysis.
* *Food Cost & Budgeting* ? Manage vendor relationships, control food costs, reduce waste, oversee inventory, and maintain budget targets.
* *Leadership & Operations* ? Train and mentor kitchen staff, oversee hiring, set team goals, manage BOH scheduling, and ensure kitchen efficiency.
* *Health & Safety* ? Enforce food safety standards, conduct staff training, ensure compliance, and maintain an inspection-ready kitchen.

*Qualifications:*

* *3 years* as a Sous Chef or higher, with leadership experience
* *6 years* in fast-paced kitchens
* Strong knife skills, ability to work all stations, and excellent multitasking abilities
* Experience with scheduling, labor cost management, and administrative tasks
* Passion for hospitality, creativity in Mediterranean cuisine, and a team-driven attitude

*Perks:*

* Competitive wages (based on experience) *tips*
* Growth opportunities within the company
* Health benefits
* Sane schedules with work-life balance focus

*Join our dynamic Reyna team redefining Mediterranean dining! *

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* Dental care
* Discounted or free food
* Extended health care



Experience:
* Leadership: 3 years (required)
* Cooking: 6 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
* Food Handler Certification (required)

Work Location: In person