sous-chef

Government of Canada - Western; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Lethbridge seeks a Sous-chef to oversee kitchen operations, including menu planning and staff supervision. Applicants should hold relevant certifications and possess experience in fast-paced restaurant environments. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills. This is an on-site role with an emphasis on quality food preparation and service.

Benefits

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in supervising chefs and cooks.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Supervise activities of kitchen workers.
• Prepare and cook complete meals for events.

Skills

Leadership

Flexible

Team player

Dependability

Attention to detail

Education

Cook Trade Certification

Safe Food Handling certificate

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work arrangement

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

Work site environment

• Odours

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

• Cook Trade Certification
• Safe Food Handling certificate

Experience and specialization

• Canadian
• Mexican

Additional information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

• Other benefits