Sous Chef

Joseph Richard Group; Surrey; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant public house is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in kitchen operations. Responsibilities include managing kitchen staff, overseeing food quality, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years culinary experience and previous leadership experience. This role promises a supportive work culture with growth opportunities.

Benefits

Fun, supportive work culture

Staff discounts at all JRG locations

Extended Health Benefits Plan

Access to Joseph Richard University for training

Growth opportunities across all JRG establishments

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience in a professional kitchen.
• Previous leadership/supervisory experience is essential.
• Strong communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in all kitchen operations.
• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure team compliance with checklists.
• Manage kitchen recruitment and staff training.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Communication

Education

Food Safe Level 1 certification

Occupational First Aid, Level 1 (considered an asset)

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Overview

Join The Henry Public House - We're Hiring a Sous Chef! Location: Cloverdale, BC

We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team at The Henry, a vibrant public house in the heart of Cloverdale. If you're passionate about culinary excellence, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

The Role

As Sous Chef, you\'ll be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in all kitchen operations, ensuring a seamless and efficient culinary experience. You\'ll have the autonomy to make decisions that directly impact guest satisfaction, food quality, and profitability, while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring all team members complete daily, weekly, and monthly checklists and log reports
• Managing profit reporting and actively participating in monthly profit meetings
• Assisting with kitchen recruitment, training, and staff development, including interviewing, orientations, onboarding, and ongoing training
• Conducting monthly audits in compliance with JRG and local health standards, including cooking lines, prep areas, storage, coolers/freezers, and more
• Controlling food costs through portion control, waste reduction, and weekly inventory management
• Tracking QSA's (Quality Service Audits) and providing follow-up training to improve kitchen performance
• Managing kitchenware and disposables budgets
• Assisting with scheduling, overtime management, and achieving labour targets based on sales forecasts
• Ensuring high-quality food presentation and consistency in accordance with company standards

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a kitchen team of 5 or more staff members, ensuring smooth daily operations and a positive working environment

The Perks

• A fun, supportive work culture with company events
• Staff discounts at all JRG locations and discounted meals during shifts
• Extended Health Benefits Plan available after 6 months of employment
• Access to Joseph Richard University (JRU) for ongoing training and development
• Growth opportunities across all JRG establishments and divisions

Requirements

• Previous leadership/supervisory experience in a professional kitchen
• A minimum of 3 years\' culinary experience
• Food Safe Level 1 certification
• Occupational First Aid, Level 1 considered an asset
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead a team effectively

Joseph Richard Group is a collection of unique hospitality ventures owned by André Joseph Bourque and Ryan Richard Moreno. With first-class offerings, an acclaimed culinary team, and a genuinely kind-hearted service team, our mission is to make this your moment!