sous-chef

Sagi of wortley; London; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the culinary field is seeking a Sous-chef to oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high-quality food preparation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food safety and excellent leadership skills. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, preparing meals for events, and maintaining food quality standards. Join a dynamic team and contribute to a fast-paced environment while supporting newcomers and youth training initiatives.

Qualifications

• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience required.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff and lead team members.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook complete meals for events.

Skills

Leadership

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma

Tools

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.

Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year.

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Tasks

1. Estimate amounts and costs of supplies and food items.
2. Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
3. Analyze operating costs and other data.
4. Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to kitchen staff.
5. Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers.
6. Create new recipes.
7. Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food.
8. Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets.
9. Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
10. Prepare and cook food regularly or for special guests or functions.
11. Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
12. Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs.
13. Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
14. Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
15. Recruit and hire staff.
16. Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs, and cooks.
17. Train staff in preparation, cooking, and handling of food.
18. Lead and instruct team members.

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate
• French
• Canadian
• Thai

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Legal eligibility

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition.

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Provides mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities for youth.

Support for Veterans and Indigenous workers

• Provides awareness training to create a welcoming environment for Veterans.
• Offers mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities for Indigenous workers.
• Provides cultural competency training for all employees to support Indigenous workers.