sous-chef

Government of Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada seeks a skilled kitchen supervisor to oversee food preparation and staff in a fast-paced environment in Vancouver. Candidates must possess at least 5 years of relevant experience and be capable of managing kitchen operations, menu planning, and ensuring high food quality standards. Dependability and teamwork are essential in this role.

Benefits

Gratuities

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in a kitchen supervisory role.
• Ability to maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Experience in preparing and cooking meals for events.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff.
• Prepare, cook, and present complete meals and specialty foods.
• Plan menus to ensure food meets quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

Organized

Dependability

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Responsibilities Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Financial benefits

• Gratuities