Senior Sous Chef: Menu & Operations Leader

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced production environment. You will assist the Culinary Director, supervise the team, and help with menus, inventory, and cost controls to ensure quality and profitability.

You will maintain client satisfaction, uphold health and safety standards including WHMIS, and train staff while coordinating equipment and maintenance recommendations.

Qualifications

• Four years of related culinary supervisory experience in a fast-paced production-oriented environment.
• Strong background in banquet and catering functions with high-volume production.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food trends, production, sanitation, and presentation.
• Basic supervisory skills and ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Hard-working team player with strong prioritization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Culinary Director in the unit, taking over duties in their absence.
• Assist with inventories, pricing, cost controls, requisitioning, and issuing supplies for food production.
• Prepare and supervise the culinary team in a wide variety of foods and share knowledge.
• Be involved in menu planning, operation planning, budgeting, costing, and inventory control.
• Ensure staffing for productivity and high quality; manage food and payroll costs for profitability.
• Maintain good client relationships and ensure client satisfaction with service and menu options.
• Ensure compliance with Compass’ QA and Health & Safety programs, WHMIS regulations, and safety acts.
• Coordinate workplace inspections and WHMIS training, reporting incidents to head office.
• Make recommendations for maintenance and upkeep of kitchen and equipment.

Skills

Culinary supervision

Banquet & catering

Food cost control

Team leadership

Communication skills

MS Office

Flexible hours

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced production environment. You will assist the Culinary Director, supervise the team, and help with menus, inventory, and cost controls to ensure quality and profitability.

You will maintain client satisfaction, uphold health and safety standards including WHMIS, and train staff while coordinating equipment and maintenance recommendations.