sous-chef

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Markham; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government body in Canada is seeking a skilled Sous-chef with expertise in Japanese cuisine. Responsibilities include demonstrating cooking techniques, supervising kitchen staff, and planning menus to ensure food quality. The role requires a secondary school graduation certificate and 3 to 5 years of experience, with work to be performed onsite in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Organisational skills and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience required.
• Experience with Japanese cuisine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to staff.
• Supervise activities of kitchen workers.
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality.

Skills

Supervision

Cooking techniques

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• Japanese cuisine

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player