Lead Sous Chef - Hands-on, Creative Kitchen Leadership

OLIVER & BONACINI; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared gratuities

Paid vacation, sick, and personal day

Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance

Discounted gym membership

Access to employee assistance program

Group life and disability insurance

50% dining discount at all O&B for you

RRSP matching

Employee referral program

Career opportunities across Canada

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead a talented kitchen team within a fast-paced, hospitality-focused environment in Toronto. You will cook hands-on, recruit, train, and develop cooks while maintaining top-quality dishes and a positive kitchen culture.

The role requires strong leadership, impeccable communication, and a passion for culinary excellence. Flexible weekends/evenings and a commitment to guest experience are essential, with opportunities for growth across Canada’s

Qualifications

• Previous Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in a similar environment.
• Passion for food & culinary excellence.
• High level of integrity.
• Discipline and vision.
• Ability to build and nurture relationships; strong team leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Reputation for paying fanatical attention to detail.
• Drive and takes initiative.
• Exceptional communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Performs well in a performance based culture.
• Is very hands on and motivates by setting the example.
• Available weekends, evenings and holidays as needed.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and bring The Jonesesvision and O&B’s values to life every day—creating an inspiring, professional, and inclusive kitchen culture.
• Actively oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and impeccable cleanliness.
• Collaborate closely with the culinary and front-of-house teams to maintain seamless communication and exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving procedures to ensure accuracy, cost control, and product quality.
• Foster a team culture that celebrates craftsmanship, creativity, and a genuine love of food and hospitality.
• Support all aspects of team development including recruitment, training, performance management, and ongoing coaching.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, professionalism, and integrity in every interaction—serving as a role model to all team members.
• Utilize effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to maintain a positive, solutions-focused environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of kitchen and restaurant operations.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Initiative

Job description

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead a talented kitchen team within a fast-paced, hospitality-focused environment in Toronto. You will cook hands-on, recruit, train, and develop cooks while maintaining top-quality dishes and a positive kitchen culture.

The role requires strong leadership, impeccable communication, and a passion for culinary excellence. Flexible weekends/evenings and a commitment to guest experience are essential, with opportunities for growth across Canada’s