Sous Chef

Amica Mature Lifestyles Inc.; Victoria; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Amica Douglas House in Victoria, BC is seeking a Sous Chef for a temporary full-time 6-month contract. Shifts are 10:30am to 6:00pm, Thursday through Monday, focused on fine dining service for residents. You will support the Director of Culinary Services with menu planning, budget control, and leading the kitchen team to ensure exceptional meals.

You must have a Food Safe Certificate, 3+ years supervisory experience in fine dining, and 5 years in various dining environments. Red Seal preferred.

Qualifications

• Food Safe Certificate required.
• Minimum three years supervisory experience in a fine dining service environment.
• Five years progressive experience in a variety of dining environments.
• Hotel experience in a fine dining property preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food preparation.
• Assist with menu creation, budget control and development of new ideas.
• Provide instruction to the kitchen team and monitor service levels to meet residents’ needs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fine dining service

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Red Seal Cook’s Qualification Certificate

Job description

6 month contract

Job Description

SOUS CHEF

Amica Douglas House

Temporary Full Time

10:30am - 6:00pm

Thursday - Monday

6 month contract

Amica embraces pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and offers a competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance.

Expected Salary Range: $50,000 - $63,000

Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plan contributions, disability, and employee wellness programs.

Vacation: Generous annual vacation entitlement, aligned with company policy.

Compensation is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates whose experience surpasses the expectations for this role may be eligible for compensation above the advertised range.

Established in 1996, Amica Senior Lifestyles operates over 30 senior living residences in British Columbia and Ontario, while continuing to grow in select markets. We offer Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL) and Memory Care (MC) lifestyle options, along with Long Term Care (LTC) in BC. We combine expert care with unparalleled premium hospitality and amenities for a personalized senior living experience.

At Amica, our values are at the heart of all we do. We are privileged to spend our days enriching the lives of seniors, their families and each other. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those of all religions, ethnicities, people of diverse sexual and gender identities and expressions, Black, Indigenous, Racialized People, and Persons with Disabilities.

Become part of a team where you can make a real impact in the lives of others each and every day.

A Day In The Life Of a Sous Chef

You are committed to service excellence and pride yourself in exceeding dining expectations by contributing to a culinary experience of the highest quality, consistency and creativity. Under the direction of the Director of Culinary Services you will be responsible for the smooth operation of the kitchen and the daily preparation of meals from pre-determined menus, ensuring the food quality and presentation meets fine dining standards. You will assist the Director of Culinary Services with menu creation, budget control and development of new ideas. You will provide instruction to the kitchen team and monitor kitchen service levels to ensure residents’ service needs are met.

How do I qualify?

You Must Have

• Food Safe Certificate
• Minimum three years supervisory experience in a fine dining service environment
• Five years progressive experience in a variety of dining environments

Desired

• Red Seal Cook’s Qualification Certificate

What We Are Looking For

• Previous Hotel experience in a fine dining property
• Strong service orientation with demonstrated knowledge of all types of formal Dining Room service
• Excellent communication skills; team player skilled with motivating and coaching others
• Proven leadership abilities; approachable and diplomatic decision making style
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills
• Detail oriented, with good organizational abilities
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and respond with a sense of urgency when required

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

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