sous-chef

Government of Canada - Western; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Burnaby, Canada, seeks a Culinary Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations, manage food preparation, and ensure quality standards. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in a culinary role and strong leadership skills. The position requires physical presence on-site, and the work is fast-paced, demanding, and involves supervising staff and cooking for events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a kitchen or culinary setting.
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff and manage food preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs and kitchen workers.
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player