sous-chef

Nodo Liberty; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Toronto is seeking a skilled Sous-chef to oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high food quality. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school graduation certificate and 1-2 years of relevant experience. This role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to client satisfaction. Join us in creating exceptional dining experiences!

Benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Coaching and networking

Cultural competency training

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality.

Skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Client focus

Judgement

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Job Description: Sous-chef

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Tasks

1. Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
2. Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory
3. Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to kitchen staff
4. Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers
5. Instruct cooks in food preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation
6. Prepare and cook food regularly or for special events
7. Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
8. Consult with clients on weddings, banquets, and specialty functions
9. Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities across multiple restaurants
10. Plan menus and ensure food quality standards
11. Recruit and hire staff
12. Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff
13. Train staff in food preparation, cooking, and handling

Supervision

• Oversee 3-4 staff members

Transportation / travel information

• Public transportation available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handle heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Stand for extended periods
• Overtime required

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Client focus
• Judgement

Support and inclusivity initiatives

We offer mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities for persons with disabilities, newcomers, refugees, youth, veterans, Indigenous workers, mature workers, and visible minorities. We also provide awareness and cultural competency training to foster a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all employees.