Sous Chef

Push Operations; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of Niagara Hotels in St. Catharines, ON is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in delivering high-quality dishes for service.

You will oversee kitchen staff, manage inventory, uphold food safety standards, and contribute to menu development in a fast-paced environment. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes training and mentoring team members, maintaining efficiency, and collaborating with other departments to ensure guests have exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Culinary skills essential across food preparation and technique.
• Strong leadership and ability to train and oversee kitchen staff.
• Deep knowledge of food safety, hygiene and inventory control.
• Creative ability to develop menus and dishes.
• Excellent organization and time management for busy shifts.
• Formal culinary education or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef in preparing and managing high-quality dishes.
• Oversee kitchen staff, ensure food safety and cleanliness standards.
• Manage inventory, supplies, and vendor relationships as needed.
• Contribute to menu creation and recipe development.
• Train and mentor team members, monitor food quality, boost efficiency.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership and team management

Food safety and hygiene

Menu development

Organizational skills

Time management

Fast-paced environment

Hospitality experience

Education

Formal culinary education or equivalent on-the-job experience

Job description

Reports to: Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef

Company Description

Heart of Niagara is one of the region's largest employers, specializing in hospitality management. The company features a diverse collection of hotels, attractions, restaurants, bars, fitness facilities, and one of the largest conference centers in the Niagara area. Known for delivering exceptional guest experiences, Heart of Niagara is at the forefront of the local hospitality industry. The company values teamwork, innovation, and a passion for the hospitality business.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in St. Catharines, ON, for a Sous Chef. The Sous Chef will assist the Executive Chef in preparing and managing high-quality dishes for service. This includes overseeing kitchen staff, ensuring food safety and cleanliness standards, managing inventory and supplies, and contributing to menu creation. The role also involves training and mentoring team members, monitoring food quality, and maintaining the overall efficiency of kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Culinary skills, including food preparation, cooking techniques, and knowledge of ingredients
• Leadership and team management abilities, with experience in training and oversight of kitchen staff
• Expertise in food safety and hygiene practices, as well as inventory and kitchen operations management
• Creativity in menu development and a strong passion for delivering quality dining experiences
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Formal culinary education or equivalent on-the-job experience is an asset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Previous experience in a similar role within the restaurant or hospitality industry is preferred

Accessibility Accommodation Notice:

Heart of Niagara Hotels is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources to make appropriate arrangements.