Job Description

At Murphy Hospitality Group we pride ourselves on an exceptionally high standard of quality service and products. It takes the best people to reach this high standard of excellence. We believe in extensive training and providing our people with an excellent benefits program, competitive wages, advancement, and professional development opportunities. At MHG it's all about the people!

Vicinato Ristorante

Welcome to Vicinato Ristorante, an authentic, year-round Italian Neighbourhood experience located in historic Victoria Row in the heart of Charlottetown. Savour our selection of well-loved Italian dishes made with fresh local and imported ingredients, perfectly paired with classic Italian wines. Feel right at home at Vicinato Ristorante, the perfect gathering place for friends, family and neighbours.

As Head Chef, You Will:


The Head Chef will be someone who has gained considerable culinary experience, preferably within premium casual Italian cuisine. The Head Chef oversees all kitchen operations with strong leadership skills, and knowledge of menu development, forecasting, food costing, inventory, and scheduling. The Head Chef will be a driven individual with a passion for creating Italian cuisine; a passion only surpassed by their desire for developing their team's culinary talent.


• Demonstrate and communicate vision and culinary concepts to all team members
• Create and develop menus, including using products that are grown and sourced locally
• Ensuring team members provide a memorable guest experience through coaching and fostering a positive working culture by reinforcing the MHG Values
• Demonstrate and promote a kitchen culture that revolves around the enjoyment of cooking, food, and working as a team
• Demonstrate an influential presence in the kitchen which fosters growth, learning, and development
• Work with the Sous Chef, Prep Manager and all team members to meet all projected goals when it comes to cost, waste and labour control
• Oversee ordering of inventory and daily prep work
• Responsible for completing weekly inventory
• Recipe and menu development and input into inventory system, Optimum Control
• Work on the line with team members, maintaining a high level of food quality
• Oversees kitchen operations and cleanliness

Who You Are:

• Have a passion for the Italian culinary experience and the food service industry
• Ability to take and give direction, working calmly under pressure
• A self driven individual who relishes leading a team of culinary professionals
• Patient, compassionate, composed, and creative
• Customer focused problem solver with excellent time management skills
• Enjoy learning and teaching new things, helping team members grow and develop their talents
• Have a desire for personal and professional development

What You Bring:

• Applicants should have 1+ years experience with Italian cuisine
• Must have experience cooking and leading in a full-service high-volume restaurant
• Previous experience working as a Sous Chef or Head Chef (kitchen leadership role)
• Culinary Arts training or diploma considered an asset

What we Offer:

• Term contract as this is a maternity leave coverage position
• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual bonus program
• Extended health, medical, and dental coverage
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• Wellness and Fitness programs
• Paid time off including annual paid sick and vacation time