Sous Chef

Hcareers; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hcareers in Toronto, Ontario seeks an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. You will support the Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations, lead and motivate staff, and uphold uncompromising culinary standards to deliver memorable guest experiences.

You will assist with menu development, costing, and execution for restaurants and banquet events, while managing scheduling, inventory, and food cost controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of culinary leadership experience.
• Red Seal Certification or equivalent required.
• Food Safety & Food Handler Certification required.
• Hospitality diploma or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff while maintaining high culinary standards.
• Assist with menu development, costing, pricing, and execution for restaurants and banquet events.
• Manage scheduling, productivity, inventory, and food cost controls.
• Ensure all food safety, sanitation, and health & safety standards are met.
• Coordinate special events both on and off property.
• Train and develop kitchen team members while fostering a collaborative culture.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Guest experience focus

Menu development knowledge

Education

Red Seal Certification (or equivalent)

Food Safety & Food Handler Certification

Hospitality diploma or degree

Job description

Are you a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment?

We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. If you are committed to exceptional food quality, inspiring teams, and delivering memorable guest experiences, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Support the Executive Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff while maintaining high culinary standards
• Assist with menu development, costing, pricing, and execution for restaurants and banquet events
• Manage scheduling, productivity, inventory, and food cost controlsEnsure all food safety, sanitation, and health & safety standards are met
• Coordinate special events both on and off property
• Train and develop kitchen team members while fostering a collaborative culture

What You Bring

• 5+ years of culinary leadership experience
• Red Seal Certification (or equivalent)
• Food Safety & Food Handler Certification
• Hospitality diploma or degree (preferred)
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences

Source: Hcareers