Lead Sous Chef - Fast-Paced Kitchen Leadership & Growth

Nanoose Bay Cafe; Nanoose Bay; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Gratuities

Bonus structure

Staff discounts

Relocation assistance

Strong culture of teamwork

Hands-on training opportunities

On-site parking

Profit sharing

Job summary

Nanoose Bay Cafe is seeking an experienced Sous Chef with leadership to join our culinary team. Working alongside the Chef de Cuisine, the Sous Chef will help lead the kitchen, maintain high standards of food quality and execution, and ensure the kitchen is prepared for successful service.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in high-volume kitchens, 3+ years in leadership, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of high-volume kitchen experience.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Strong organizational skills under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication.
• Willingness to learn and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the culinary team through daily operations and service.
• Oversee prep tasks and ensure kitchen is organized for service.
• Prepare and execute dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Assist Chef de Cuisine with daily operations and assume leadership in their absence.
• Support food and labour cost targets through portion control, waste management, inventory management and efficient labour practices.
• Train, coach and develop kitchen team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized and professional kitchen environment.
• Ensure proper use, care and knowledge of all kitchen equipment and cooking procedures.
• Work efficiently under pressure while maintaining consistency, quality and attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively between shifts and with culinary leaders and team members.
• Support a collaborative and respectful team environment across both Front of House and Back of House.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume kitchen

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Work ethic

Job description

Nanoose Bay Cafe is seeking an experienced Sous Chef with leadership to join our culinary team. Working alongside the Chef de Cuisine, the Sous Chef will help lead the kitchen, maintain high standards of food quality and execution, and ensure the kitchen is prepared for successful service.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in high-volume kitchens, 3+ years in leadership, and strong organizational and communication skills.