Sous Chef

Canad Inns; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching contributions

Extended Health Care

Education assistance

Rewards Program

Meal plan for employees

Employee engagement events

Wellness benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Canad Inns is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen operations, prepare salads and desserts, and occasionally serve as Executive Chef. The role oversees culinary staff, maintains Canad Inns standards, and drives labour and food cost projections with a creative, cost‑efficient approach.

The candidate will work across departments, ensuring timely, high‑quality dishes and an inspiring dining experience for guests, with opportunities to lead and develop the team within a dynamic hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar culinary management role.
• Ability to budget, manage inventory, and oversee food costs.

Responsibilities

• Update communications binder with announcements and memos.
• Ensure staff arrive on time and in uniform.
• Review Banquet Event Orders and coordinate with departments.
• Update menus and inform staff of changes.
• Sanitize tools and equipment; maintain FIFO inventory.
• Develop menus with costs, pricing, and recipes.
• Distribute menus to appropriate personnel.
• Garnish dishes to enhance visual appeal.
• Integrate excess with fresh products to minimize waste.
• Record supplies and inventory; parse work orders.

Skills

Culinary management

Budgeting

Inventory management

Food ordering

Leadership

Food safety

Education

Culinary training

Job description

The primary purpose of the position is to efficiently act as a cook for preparation, buffets, and banquets, and create all salads and desserts. The Sous Chef will from time to time act as Executive Chef. The Sous Chef operates the kitchen facilities on a day-to-day basis. The Sous Chef will act as a supervisor to all Culinary staff, and will be responsible for ensuring all employees achieve the Canad Inns standards. The Sous Chef will be held accountable for assisting in achieving the established labour and food cost projections set forth by management. Working within all departments, the Sous Chef is expected to be a leader within the hotel. The Sous Chef will help maintain an atmosphere and service that is conducive for the food and drink satisfaction of all Canad guests. The Sous Chef will ensure all employees are performing their job duties as required. The Sous Chef must be apt to fulfill the requirements of all Cooks, Servers and Kitchen Stewards. The Sous Chef is creative and cost-efficient. The Sous Chef will tackle the challenge of creating appealing and delicious dishes with imagination.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Update the communications binder or board with announcements and memos;
• Ensure all employees arrive for their scheduled shift, on time and in uniform;
• Review the Banquet Event Orders and all upcoming functions, and communicate with other hotel departments to ensure the BEOs are updated;
• Update all menus, and inform the staff of any changes;
• Ensure all tools and equipment are properly sanitized and in good working order;
• Follow the FIFO principles to ensure the proper inventory will be utilized.
• Assist the staff with their duties as necessary;
• Authorize all receivables;
• Clean and maintain the work area throughout the shift;
• Communicate all pertinent information to staff;
• Develop special menus with costs, pricing and recipes;
• Distribute the menus to proper personnel;
• Garnish each dish to look as visually appealing as possible;
• Integrate excess products with fresh products, to minimize waste;
• Prepare to Par Level and business volume;
• Prioritize and distribute duties accordingly
• Record supplies and inventory
• Refer to the menu planner
• Wrap, label and date all food
• All job descriptions are subject to a periodic review. Other duties will be assigned occasionally by management. Changes will be discussed prior to or at the time of amendment

Qualifications:

• Experience in a similar work environment or Minimum 2 years of Culinary Management experience
• Articulately communicates both verbally and in writing
• Experience with budgeting, inventory management, stock control, and inventory processing
• Experience with food ordering and supplier management
• Valid Food Handler Certificate required
• Can acquire Criminal Background Check and WHMIS certification
• Clean with excellent hygiene habits
• Confident leader with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Creative, detail-oriented, organized, accurate, and reliable
• Formal or informal training and/or education
• Able to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Physically fit and can carry light loads
• Recognizes and resolves problems quickly and efficiently
• Strong mathematical skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends

Requirements:

• Act as a positive spokesperson for the Canad Inns
• Assume accountability and responsibility of all duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

• Act as a positive spokesperson for the Canad Inns
• Assume accountability and responsibility of all duties as assigned by management
• Communicate with department heads to update BEOs and menus
• Cook and prepare dishes quickly and efficiently;
• Create and prepare a variety of dishes and sides, including soups, sauces, poultry, meats, fish and starches
• Ensure equipment and supplies are efficient and sufficient
• Handle a fast-paced environment
• Inspect all dishes
• Review and understand all work orders or contracts
• Stand, walk and remain on feet and perform job duties for entire shift duration
• Work quickly and quietly

Our benefits to support your success:

• RRSP matching contributions up to 3% of an employee's pre-tax salary.
• Comprehensive Group Benefit Program featuring Extended Health Care.
• Continued education assistance, Scholarships.
• Participation in the Employee Canadvantage Rewards Program.
• Discounts on food and beverages through the Canadvantage Employee Food & Beverage Discount, applicable to restaurants, room rates for both employees and their guests.
• Canad Inns Meal Plan, providing one complimentary meal per working day.
• Employee Engagement Events such as Staff BBQs, Holiday Parties, Sporting Events, Contests, Prize Draws, and more.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Wellness Benefits, including discounts for fitness facilities and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Career Growth Opportunities.

About Canad Inns:

Canad Inns is Manitoba's premier Hospitality Service Provider, with a presence in Winnipeg, Brandon, Portage la Prairie, and Grand Forks. As a leading player in the hospitality industry, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and excellence to our valued guests. At Canad Inns, we operate with dedication to mutual trust and respect, honesty, openness, and the highest ethical standards across all facets of our business. We believe in fostering lasting relationships, both with our guests and within our dynamic team.

Our work culture thrives on the principles of collaboration, a positive environment where employees can achieve success. Valuing the unique talents of each team member, we encourage personal development and growth. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and believe in the strength that comes from embracing unique perspectives and experiences. Carefully selecting our team members, we invest in the growth and well-being of those who become part of our company.

We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities following Canad Inns standards.

Thank you for considering a career with Canad Inns. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.