Sous Chef

Earls Kitchen + Bar; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading casual dining establishment in Port Coquitlam is seeking a Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of culinary experience and 1 year of management experience. You'll mentor staff and ensure quality food production while fostering team collaboration and enhancing guest experiences. Salary ranges from $18.00 to $24.00 per hour, plus gratuity, with a focus on work-life balance and career development.

Benefits

Employee discount

Flexible scheduling

Mentorship programs

Culinary training

Leadership meal budget

Apprenticeship opportunities

Career development

Qualifications

• 2 years of Culinary Experience required.
• 1 year of Management Experience required.
• Certification in Food Safe Level 1 is a bonus.
• Ability to legally work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Ensure quality control and cost management.
• Mentor and train kitchen staff members.
• Foster a supportive team environment.
• Enhance guest experience through culinary excellence.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Management Experience

Multi-tasking

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations. Ensure perfectly executed kitchen operations through training, mentoring, assisting, and supporting kitchen staff members.
• Uphold Earls standards through exceptional food production. Oversee and manage a high functioning kitchen through food ordering, kitchen cost control, and consistent quality control.
• Be a problem solver and a supportive team player. Tackle problems by using your multi-tasking and communication skills, and be empowered to make decisions for you and your team members.
• Share your passion for the guest experience. Display your love for the culinary arts through perfect execution, unmatched product knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to the guest experience.
• Create authentic team connections that foster collaboration. Cultivate an environment of connected, committed collaborations that support a culture of teamwork.

What we need from you

• 2 years of Culinary Experience
• 1 year of Management Experience
• A passion for culinary experiences and a commitment to teamwork and fun.
• A commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging experience for your team members and guests.
• A willingness to learn and an openness to feedback, coaching, and mentorship.
• Certification(s) to responsibly work in and create a safe and clean environment for food production and consumption (i.e. Food Safe Level 1) is a bonus.
• The ability to legally work in Canada.

What’s in it for you

• Hourly range between $18.00-$24.00 (plus gratuity)
• Flexible scheduling to support work / life balance
• Employee discount
• Leadership meal budget
• Mentorship programs
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• One on one culinary training for all positions
• Additional in-house hospitality and culinary training programs
• Leadership programs
• Career development and opportunity for advancement

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Earls is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination. We believe bringing together people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities is essential to our success, and brings us closer to living our purpose to Make Life Awesome.

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