Head Chef - Terroni

Head Chef   Full-Time | Toronto, Canada   $75,000–$80,000 + Benefits Lead One of Toronto’s Most Respected Italian Kitchens Since 1992, Terroni has built a reputation as a leader in authentic Italian food, hospitality, and culture. What began as a single restaurant has grown into a family of celebrated restaurants, bakeries, cafés, and an artisanal central commissary space across Toronto and Los Angeles — all rooted in the philosophy of Materia Prima : respecting simple, high-quality ingredients and traditional Italian cooking. For more than three decades, we have remained committed to preserving authentic Italian culinary traditions while creating vibrant, energetic spaces where both guests and team members feel inspired. We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to join our culinary leadership team in Toronto. The Opportunity As Head Chef, you will oversee all back-of-house operations while mentoring and developing a talented culinary team dedicated to excellence, consistency, and authentic Italian cuisine. You will work closely with the General Manager and Executive Chef to drive culinary quality, team culture, operational performance, and guest experience. We are looking for a chef who: Lives and breathes authentic Italian cuisine Leads with confidence, professionalism, and humility Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Takes pride in mentorship and team development Understands the importance of consistency, discipline, and hospitality Wants to grow long-term within a respected and expanding hospitality group This role is ideal for a strong Sous Chef ready for the next step, or an experienced Head Chef looking to join a stable and highly respected organization with real growth opportunities. What You’ll Do Lead and oversee daily BOH operations Inspire, mentor, and develop a skilled culinary team Maintain exceptional quality, consistency, and execution Uphold Terroni’s standards and philosophy of authentic Italian cuisine Manage food costs, inventory, scheduling, and kitchen performance Ensure compliance with health, safety, and labour standards Collaborate with leadership on menu execution and operational improvements Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen culture What You Bring Minimum 2 years of experience as a Chef or Head Chef Strong background in authentic Italian cuisine Deep understanding of Italian cooking techniques and Materia Prima Proven leadership and team-building abilities Experience working in high-volume kitchens Excellent communication and organizational skills Passion for hospitality, food culture, and mentorship English proficiency required ( Italian language skills are an asset ) What We Offer Competitive salary: $75,000–$80,000 Group health and dental benefits 3 weeks paid vacation Daily Family Style Staff Meal Career growth and advancement opportunities Stability within an established hospitality group A beautiful and inspiring work environment The opportunity to work alongside some of the industry’s most passionate hospitality professionals Why Join Terroni? At Terroni, food is culture, hospitality is personal, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe great kitchens are built by chefs who care deeply about craft, tradition, discipline, and team culture. If you are passionate about authentic Italian cuisine and want to be part of a company with strong values, long-term vision, and an uncompromising commitment to quality, we would love to meet you. Apply today and become part of the Terroni family. Learn more at www.terroni.com Please note, we do not use AI (Artificial Intelligence) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.