sous-chef

Government of Canada - Central; London; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in London, Ontario is seeking an experienced Sous-chef to supervise kitchen staff and prepare a variety of cuisines. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must have a college certificate and a Safe Food Handling certificate. This position is on-site with no remote working option.

Qualifications

• Must have a Safe Food Handling certificate.
• Experience in multiple cuisines including Cantonese and French.
• Ability to supervise and instruct kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of chefs and kitchen staff.
• Plan menus and ensure quality standards.
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

College or non-university certificate

Tools

Food Safety Certificate

Safe Food Handling certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

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

Work site and setting

• Work site environment: Noisy, Hot, Non-smoking

• Work setting: Restaurant

Rank and supervision

• 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
• 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
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Credentials

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Cantonese cuisine
• French
• Canadian
• Indonesian
• Thai
• Vegetarian
• Filipino cuisine

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information: Own transportation

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