Sous Chef

The Red Eye Diner; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diner in Toronto is seeking an experienced sous chef / lead cook to join their dynamic team. The role involves driving sales, managing costs, and creating a successful working environment. Candidates should have a passion for food, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications. This position requires a commitment to excellence and teamwork within a fun yet professional atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Strong leadership focus and ability to mentor.
• Understanding of Cost of Sales and Menu Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and manage costs effectively.
• Create and execute strategies to meet targets.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper inventory control.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Inventory Control

Education

Red Seal Certification

Food Handlers Certificate

Culinary School Degree or Diploma

Job description

We are seeking experienced sous chef / lead cook to join a team in a fun atmosphere while maintaining a professional decorum.

The role includes but is not limited to the ability to drive sales, manage costs, create goals and execute strategies to meet / exceed targets given.

Overall the position involves, a 45-50 hour work week. All aspects of all positions within the organization need to be understood. Creating a strong working environment that thrives and is set for success with or without you is mandatory.

Responsibilities and Duties

Necessary skills, attributes, and responsibilities of a successful candidate :

• Communication, ability to report, listen, execute, and follow up
• Strong leadership focus (Mentorship, leading by example, team building)
• Passion for food and beverage, with an attention to detail
• Ability to assess suppliers, and determine effective plans of action
• Understanding Cost of Sales and the relation to the business. Food Costs, Menu Engineering, Labour Costs
• Cleanliness to a fault
• Opening and Closing procedures
• Inventory Control
• A competent hiring process that is uniform and thoughtful

Qualifications and Skills

Required

• Red Seal Certification
• Food Handlers Certificate
• Culinary School Degree or Diploma (preferred)
• 3 years experience in the same or similar role