sous-chef

Government of Canada - Central; La Malbaie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization located in La Malbaie is seeking a skilled sous-chef to oversee kitchen operations. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, creating recipes, and managing food costs. Candidates must have a college degree in culinary arts and 5 years of relevant experience. This position requires working on-site without any remote option.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Pension plan

Wellness program

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience as a sous-chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of chefs and other kitchen staff.
• Create new recipes and train staff in food preparation.

Skills

Supervision

Recipe creation

Food safety knowledge

Staff training

Cost estimation

Education

College/CEGEP in Cooking and related culinary arts

Job description

Overview

Languages: French

Education

• College/CEGEP
• Cooking and related culinary arts, general

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work site environment

• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Hotel, motel, resort

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

• 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
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• 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
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program