Creative Sous Chef – Lead Menu & Training

Playground; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Discounts on food

Opportunities for career advancement

Free parking

Company-wide events

Playground Cares volunteerportunities

Job summary

Playground in Montreal is seeking a Sous-Chef to lead the culinary team in delivering high-quality dishes and memorable dining experiences. You will oversee menu preparation, test new items, and train kitchen staff while maintaining cleanliness and organization across the kitchen.

You will contribute to menu development, monitor food quality, manage portions, and assist with budgeting and cost controls to uphold Culinary standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English or French.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding, knowledge and ability to apply and direct internal controls.
• Solid understanding of restaurant operations.
• Knowledge of Front of House operations.
• Solid computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suite).
• Ability to implement and communicate proper sanitation rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of appropriate food temperatures.
• Demonstrated experience in all phases of cooking, food arrangement, and presentation.
• Management/supervisory experience.
• Superior time management skills.
• Budgeting and financial skills.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to frequently stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, safety rules and operational maintenance instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• A positive and collaborative team player attitude.
• Must be able to work on your feet for the duration of the shift.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, overnight hours and holidays.
• Possess a valid Canadian work visa

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation of menu items.
• Supervises and ensures recipes are followed, and a quality product is presented.
• Prepares new menu items to test in Playground F&B outlets and establishes proper procedures on how team members are to prepare them.
• Trains team members in proper methods of preparing menu items, including portion control and portion consistency.
• Inspects food after preparation to ensure food quality standards are met and food/plate presentation is appealing and accurate.
• Determines specials and menu selections based on food availability, cost and spoilage concerns.
• Assists the Executive Chef in budget preparation, budget tracking and costing methods.
• Develops par stock levels and procedures for maintaining levels.
• Checks coolers daily to ensure product rotation and usage of product.
• Ensure proper/safe storage of all food and supplies in kitchen areas.
• Works with the purchasing department to have adequate supplies available
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen(s) and the server workstations. Develops, implements and regularly inspects cleaning procedures
• Monitors inventory and creates inventory sheets and requisition forms when required
• Tracks menu costs
• Tracks food spoilage/waste costs
• Focuses on Guest satisfaction by listening and responding to guests' concerns
• Investigates and resolves food quality and customer complaints

Job description

Playground in Montreal is seeking a Sous-Chef to lead the culinary team in delivering high-quality dishes and memorable dining experiences. You will oversee menu preparation, test new items, and train kitchen staff while maintaining cleanliness and organization across the kitchen.

You will contribute to menu development, monitor food quality, manage portions, and assist with budgeting and cost controls to uphold Culinary standards and guest satisfaction.