sous-chef

Government of Canada - Western; Revelstoke; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian government agency in Revelstoke seeks an experienced chef to oversee kitchen operations, manage food costs, and lead a team of kitchen staff. Ideal candidates should have 5 years of experience, relevant cook certifications, and be skilled in Canadian as well as international cuisine. Responsibilities include menu planning, training staff, and ensuring food safety standards are met. The position requires on-site work, with a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Gratuities

Free parking available

On-site amenities

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in a kitchen environment.
• Experience with leading kitchen staff and demonstrating cooking techniques.
• Ability to create new recipes and handle various cuisines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Supervise and instruct kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking.
• Plan menus and direct food preparation activities.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

Cook Trade Certification

Safe Food Handling certificate

Cook Red Seal Certificate

WHMIS Certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Tools

Tools

Cellular phone

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

5 years or more

On site

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

Work site environment

• Hot

Work setting

• Formal dining room
• Restaurant
• Hotel, motel, resort

Ranks of chefs

• Chef
• Sous‑chef
• Chef de partie
• Sauce chef
• Pastry chef
• Garde‑manger chef
• Meat chef
• Entremetier
• Fish chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• 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 Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Cook Trade Certification
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Cook Red Seal Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• Canadian
• Italian cuisine
• European
• International
• Gluten‑free
• Mediterranean cuisine

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information 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

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On‑site amenities
• Parking available