Culinary Management | Douglas Street

Cactus Club Cafe; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness spending account

Cactus food dine-in card

Annual education allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Vacation program

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Victoria is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of kitchen management and a commitment to safety and professionalism. This role offers mentorship, a wellness spending account, and an attractive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for food and guest satisfaction.
• Strong understanding of kitchen management practices required.
• Leadership skills essential for guiding kitchen partners.
• Commitment to professionalism and service excellence

Responsibilities

• Drive kitchen success and guest experiences.
• Ensure safety and professionalism in the kitchen environment.
• Support kitchen partners in their growth and development.
• Uphold safety, quality, and service standards
• Support professional development through programs and education
• Contribute to compensation and benefits discussions

Skills

Passion for high quality food

Kitchen management understanding

Leadership in skills development

Commitment to professionalism

Valid occupational First Aid Certificate

Education

First Aid Certification

Job description

Our Sous Chefs are leaders whose passion for food is only surpassed by their passion for people. Through strategic leadership, they drive the success of the kitchen, ensuring outstanding guest experiences and upholding the organization's values and goals. They ensure our kitchens are a fun environment for growth and learning where kitchen partners are able to reach their full potential. Our Culinary Management team consists of competitive leaders whose mission is to ensure guest satisfaction by consistently producing top quality food.

You Are

• Passionate about making high quality food to ensure guest satisfaction
• Business savvy with a rich understanding of kitchen management practices
• A supportive leader ready to guide kitchen partners in skills development, exceptional performance and financial goals
• Committed to professionalism and delivering service excellence
• Certified with a valid occupational First Aid Certificate, demonstrating your ability to prioritize safety in the workplace

We Will

• Hold ourselves to the highest standard as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a Great Place to Work in Canada, and one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures
• Provide experience in food costing and working with complex ingredients to create a variety of dishes
• Provide an unbeatable business education to help advance your career, through carefully crafted training programs such as mentorship, Cactus University, and Red Seal support
• Support your growth and well‑being with a wellness spending account, a Cactus food dine‑in card, and an annual education allowance
• Offer a company‑provided benefits package plus a vacation program that allows you plenty of time to rest and recharge
• Provide a comprehensive compensation package that takes various factors into consideration, including market rates, experience and qualifications

Applications are accepted from all individuals. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in every aspect of the selection process.