sous-chef

Government of Canada; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Kelowna is seeking an experienced cook to maintain records and prepare meals in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Candidates must have a secondary school certificate and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. No remote work is available. This role is physically demanding and involves standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of cooking experience.
• Ability to work in fast-paced and physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to cooking staff.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

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.

Work site environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Bar

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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