sous-chef

Government of Canada - Central; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization is seeking a skilled kitchen supervisor in Vaughan, Canada. The role involves overseeing kitchen staff, preparing menus, and ensuring that meals adhere to quality standards. Candidates should have a secondary school graduation certificate and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential. This position is on-site with no remote options available, in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a kitchen setting.
• Ability to supervise a team of 3-4 people.
• Understanding of food safety and preparation standards.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs for supplies and food items.
• Instruct cooks in food preparation and presentation.
• Supervise kitchen staff and oversee meal preparation.
• Plan menus to meet quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Hot

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Bistro

Responsibilities Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player