Outlet Chef - Restaurant

JRoss Recruiters; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Staff discounts on food and beverages

A supportive and dynamic work environm

Ongoing culinary training and develop

Job summary

JRoss Recruiters is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for a high-volume kitchen in Ontario. You will assist the Executive Chef with menu planning, recipe development, and culinary creativity, ensuring consistent dish quality and presentation.

You will lead and train kitchen staff, manage inventory and costs, uphold strict hygiene standards, and contribute to daily specials and seasonal menus. This permanent role offers health benefits and opportunities for culinary growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills and a creative approach to menu development.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory management and cost control.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen best practices.
• Culinary degree or relevant certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and culinary creativity.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking of dishes, ensuring consistency.
• Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high performance and teamwork.
• Manage inventory, place orders, and control food costs to keep operations efficient.
• Enforce hygiene, safety, and sanitation standards in a clean kitchen environment.
• Collaborate on creating daily specials and seasonal menus with the team.
• Develop new dishes and techniques to keep the menu fresh and innovative.
• Participate in regular kitchen meetings and contribute to problem-solving.

Skills

Proven experience as Sous Chef

Strong culinary skills

Excellent leadership

Fast-paced environment

Kitchen operations

Food safety standards

Culinary degree or certs

Education

Culinary degree or certifications

Job description

• Assist the Executive Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and culinary creativity.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking of dishes, ensuring consistency and adherence to recipes and presentation standards.
• Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff to maintain a high level of performance and teamwork.
• Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently by managing food inventory, ordering supplies, and controlling food costs.
• Enforce strict hygiene, safety, and sanitation standards to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef in creating daily specials and seasonal menus.
• Assist in the development of new dishes and techniques to keep their menu fresh and innovative.
• Participate in regular kitchen meetings and contribute to problem-solving and improvements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen and ideally in aunionizedsetting.
• Strong culinary and creative skills with a passion for high-quality food.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory management, and cost control.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen best practices.
• Culinary degree or relevant certifications are a plus.

Corporate Culture

• Health and dental benefits
• Staff discounts on food and beverages
• A supportive and dynamic work environment
• Ongoing culinary training and development

Position Type

Permanent