sous-chef

Government of Canada - Western; Whistler; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government entity in Whistler seeks a Sous-chef to oversee kitchen staff and ensure high-quality food preparation in a bustling bar environment. Applicants need relevant trades certifications and several years of experience in the culinary field. This role demands excellent leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to manage food costs and inventory carefully.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience required.
• Canadian experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Cook Trade Certification

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot

Work setting

• Rural area
• Bar

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

• Cook Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

• Canadian

Additional information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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