Sous Chef - Canoe

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared gratuities

Paid vacation, sick, and personal day

Health, dental, and vision benefits, +

Mental health coverage

Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance program

Group life and disability insurance

50% dining discount at all O&B</br>for

RRSP matching

Employee referral program

Professional development fund

Job summary

Canoe, part of Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, is a Canadian culinary icon perched above Toronto with views and a refined dining experience. We are seeking a hands-on Sous Chef who leads by example and drives excellence in kitchen operations while mentoring cooks and aligning with our values.

You will oversee daily food production, collaborate with front-of-house, manage inventory and cost controls, and foster a culture of craftsmanship and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in a similar environment.
• Passion for food & culinary excellence.
• High level of integrity.
• Discipline and vision.
• Ability to build and nurture relationships; strong team leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Reputation for paying fanatical attention to detail.
• Drive and takes initiative.
• Exceptional communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Performs well in a performance based culture.
• Is very hands on and motivates by setting the example.
• Available weekends, evenings and holidays as needed.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and bring Canoe’s vision and O&B’s values to life—creating an inspiring, professional, and inclusive kitchen culture.
• Actively oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and impeccable cleanliness.
• Collaborate closely with the culinary and front-of-house teams to maintain seamless communication and exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving procedures to ensure accuracy, cost control, and product quality.
• Foster a team culture that celebrates craftsmanship, creativity, and a genuine love of food and hospitality.
• Support all aspects of team development including recruitment, training, performance management, and ongoing coaching.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, professionalism, and integrity in every interaction—serving as a role model to all team members.
• Utilize effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to maintain a positive, solutions-focused environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of kitchen and restaurant operations.

Skills

Sous-chef experience

Food & culinary excellence

Integrity

Discipline & vision

Leadership & team management

Attention to detail

Initiative

Communication across levels

Performance-driven

Hands-on leadership

Weekend/evening/holiday availability

Work eligibility in Canada

Job description

Company Description

Canoe stands as one of the jewels of the Oliver & Bonacini family—a Canadian culinary icon perched high above the city with breathtaking views. Celebrated for dishes crafted from the finest local ingredients, Canoe offers a refined dining experience that embodies the pinnacle of Canadian cuisine. Joining us means becoming part of a storied legacy, serving guests with pride, passion, and unwavering attention to excellence, while contributing to moments that are both memorable and distinctly Canadian.

What's in it for you?

• Shared gratuities
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal day
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage
• Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our employee assistance program
• Group life and disability insurance
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• RRSP matching
• Employee referral program
• Professional development fund
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Job Description

Our Sous Chefs have a proven track record of cooking in a demanding environment as well as experience in recruiting, training, development and overall management of their cooks. Our Sous Chefs are hands on with cooking and managing their teams.

The day to day:

• Lead by example and bring Canoe’s vision and O&B’s values to life every day—creating an inspiring, professional, and inclusive kitchen culture.
• Actively oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and impeccable cleanliness.
• Collaborate closely with the culinary and front-of-house teams to maintain seamless communication and exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving procedures to ensure accuracy, cost control, and product quality.
• Foster a team culture that celebrates craftsmanship, creativity, and a genuine love of food and hospitality.
• Support all aspects of team development including recruitment, training, performance management, and ongoing coaching.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, professionalism, and integrity in every interaction—serving as a role model to all team members.
• Utilize effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to maintain a positive, solutions-focused environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of kitchen and restaurant operations.

Qualifications

• Previous Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in a similar environment
• Passion for food & culinary excellence
• High level of integrity
• Discipline and vision
• Ability to build and nurture relationships; strong team leadership and interpersonal skills
• Reputation for paying fanatical attention to detail
• Drive and takes initiative
• Exceptional communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Performs well in a performance based culture
• Is very hands on and motivates by setting the example
• Available weekends, evenings and holidays as needed
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy

Salary: $54,000 - $58,000

AI Disclosure

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Accessibility & Accommodation

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