sous-chef

Government of Canada - Central; Huntsville; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Muskoka District is seeking a skilled Chef to supervise kitchen staff and ensure food quality. The role requires at least 2 years of experience and certifications in food safety. This hybrid position allows for both in-person and remote work, ideal for a dynamic and dedicated culinary professional.

Benefits

Health benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience.
• Safe Food Handling certificate required.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate required.
• Food Safety Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events.

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work arrangement

Hybrid: Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Catering firm
• Bakery

Ranks of chefs

• Executive chef
• Head chef
• Chef
• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals
• Food safety/handling skills
• Develop communication strategies

Supervision

• 11-15 people

Credentials

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Meat, poultry and game

Additional information

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

• Health benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Gratuities
• Night shift premium

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week