sous-chef

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

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a Sous-chef to oversee kitchen operations and staff. The ideal candidate will have experience in various cuisines and be responsible for estimating food costs, supervising staff, and preparing meals. The role requires a relevant diploma and certifications in food safety. Candidates must have their own transportation and be ready to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in Cantonese, French, Canadian, Indonesian, Thai, Vegetarian, and Filipino cuisines.
• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience as a sous-chef.
• Own transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Estimate food costs and maintain records.
• Supervise kitchen staff and training.
• Prepare and cook meals for events.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Team player

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Education

College or CEGEP diploma (1-2 years)

Safe Food Handling certificate

Food Safety 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 environment

• Noisy
• Hot
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant

Rank 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

• 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