sous-chef

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team within a forward-thinking government organization as a Sous-Chef. This role involves not only preparing and cooking meals but also supervising and training kitchen staff to ensure the highest quality of food. You will be responsible for maintaining records of food costs and consumption while creating innovative recipes that delight customers. The position requires strong leadership and organizational skills, as well as the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make your mark in the culinary world.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership skills to supervise kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, and inventory.
• Create new recipes and ensure food quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work Location

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

Work Site Environment

• Hot

Work Setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area
• Bar

Ranks of Chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

• 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
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

11-15 people

Credentials

• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and Specialization

• Cuisine specialties: European

• Food specialties: Fish and seafood, Meat, poultry and game, Stocks, soups and sauces, Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional Information

• Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal Suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits