executive sous-chef

The Porch Kitchen & Cocktails Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking available

Other benefits

Job summary

The Porch Kitchen & Cocktails Ltd in Calgary, AB, is hiring a Kitchen Supervisor to manage daily kitchen operations, supervise cooks and staff, and coordinate menu planning for events. The role requires strong leadership and organizational skills, with a focus on quality and cost control.

You will oversee the preparation of meals, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure safety and hygiene standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests and events.

Qualifications

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
• 2 years to less than 3 years experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers.
• Create new recipes.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets.
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods.
• Recruit and hire staff.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Lead and instruct individuals.

Skills

Leadership

Team player

Organized

Flexibility

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Job description

Job details

• Salary 68,250 to 70,200 annually (To be negotiated) / 35 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• 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
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Experience and specialization

• Greek
• International

Area of work experience

• Manager

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Employment groups

• Support for newcomers and refugees
  • Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
  • Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-11-21