Sous Chef

Atria Senior Living; Kingston; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Career development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Atria Retirement Canada is seeking a lead cook/chef to deliver restaurant-style dining for residents. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to maintain high food quality and resident satisfaction, and you will supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficiency and safety.

Responsibilities include menu development, budgets for linens and supplies, and participation in events. Strong English communication and a culinary background are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Communicate effectively in English with residents and employees.
• Basic math skills to calculate food purchasing and budgets.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Culinary training preferred.
• 3–5 years lead cook/chef experience in hospitality or healthcare.
• Serve Safe Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level customer service in a restaurant-style dining atmosphere.
• Work with Executive Chef to keep residents satisfied with dining programs.
• Oversee kitchen staff in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Coach, train and develop kitchen staff.
• Maintain kitchen, storage, and food safety standards.
• Assist with menu planning and development based on resident preferences.
• Plan, prepare and execute events, banquets, and themed meals.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Budgeting

Food safety

English proficiency

Education

Culinary training

Job description

Overview

At Atria, we believe our employees deserve the opportunity to flourish at work and in life. Through Flourish at Atria, our comprehensive benefits program, we offer resources and opportunities designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

• Medical, dental, life, and vision coverage options
• Paid holidays & PTO
• 401(k) employer match
• Career development, including tuition reimbursement (US-based communities), professional training programs, and mentoring opportunities
• Employee recognition programs, referral programs, and employee discounts

*Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification

To us, flourishing means more than having a job. It means having access to resources and opportunities that support you as a whole person. Join Atria and discover a career where you can make a difference while building a future of your own.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of customer service and promote a restaurant style dining atmosphere.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
• In the absence of the Executive Chef, oversee the staff and daily operation of the kitchen ensuring high standards for food preparation and service.
• Assign tasks, coach, train and develop kitchen staff as requested by the Executive Chef.
• Creat a strong sense of team work and cooperation among all staff.
• Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to Company standards.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Responsible for the overall food quality and presentation of meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
• Assist the Executive Chef with management of the budget for items such as linen, table setting supplies, uniforms, payroll, and special events.
• Assist Executive Chef in menu planning and development based on resident likes and dislikes.
• Adhere to and train staff on standard food safety practices.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• When applicable acquaint new residents with menus, seating, and dining options and hours.
• Attend and/or Conduct Pre-Meal stand up for all dining and kitchen staff.
• Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer temperatures.
• Prepare and ensure snacks and beverages are available to residents at all times.
• Assist with keeping kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
• Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
• Operate and Maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Assist Executive Chef with in-services.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Communicate effectively in English with employees and residents, as well as read and write English.
• Basic mathematical skills to accurately calculate food purchasing and adhere to set budgets.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Culinary Training preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a lead cook or chef in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
• Serve Safe Certification.
• Able to read and follow recipes and printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.
• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.
• Able to build positive and strong relationships with employees, coworkers and residents.
• Focused and dedicated to provide excellent customer service.
• Able to work in a demanding environment and juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Accept direction from superiors or other experienced staff.
• Share job knowledge or resident information with others as needed.
• Give and welcome feedback.
• Must demonstrate high standards of ethics and personal accountability.