sous-chef

Government of Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled culinary professional to oversee kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food preparation. This role involves maintaining food records, supervising kitchen staff, and demonstrating cooking techniques. The successful candidate will have a strong culinary background and the ability to manage staff effectively. Join a dynamic team where your culinary expertise will shine, and enjoy a variety of health benefits. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make an impact in a vibrant kitchen environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of culinary experience required.
• Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, and inventory.
• Supervise activities of chefs and kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook meals for events and special guests.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Supervision

Food Safety

Inventory Management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• 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
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan