sous-chef

Government of Canada - Western; Port Moody; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Supervisor to oversee food preparation and staff in a vibrant educational setting. This role involves maintaining food quality standards, managing kitchen operations, and training staff in cooking techniques. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating excellent communication and organizational skills while ensuring a safe and efficient kitchen. If you are passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Certificate required.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff and food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff and train cooks.

Skills

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Organization

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• School or educational institution/establishment

Responsibilities Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Food specialties: Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player