Sous Chef - Canteen

OandB; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Toronto seeks a Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations and lead a team. The ideal candidate has a passion for culinary excellence and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include training staff, monitoring kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring quality food preparation. Join a dynamic team in a vibrant environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick, and personal days

Gratuity sharing

Health, Dental and Vision benefits

Discounted gym membership

Group Life & Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1+ year of previous Sous Chef experience in a similar environment.
• Passion for food & culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Monitors kitchen operations and cleanliness.
• Conducts recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Builds relationships with team members and management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

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Company Description

Together with quick, cheerful service, our casual marketplace atmosphere makes Canteen the perfect destination, morning, noon and night.

• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
• Gratuity sharing
• Health, Dental and Visions benefits with Enhanced Mental Health Coverage
• Discounted gym membership and Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life & Disability Insurance
• Management Uniform/ Clothing Reimbursement
• Monthly dining allowance for all O&B
• 50% Dining Discount for all O&B
• RRSP Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec.

Location: O&B Canteen, Toronto’s Entertainment District at TIFF Lightbox

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
• Gratuity sharing
• Health, Dental and Visions benefits with Enhanced Mental Health Coverage
• Discounted gym membership and Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life & Disability Insurance
• Management Uniform/ Clothing Reimbursement
• Monthly dining allowance for all O&B
• 50% Dining Discount for all O&B
• RRSP Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Our Sous Chefs have a proven track record of cooking in demanding environments 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:

• Communicates the restaurant's vision to all team members and leads by example. Reinforces the O&B values daily and inspires the team with an exciting vision for the restaurant's future.
• Consistently monitors kitchen operations and cleanliness
• Builds and maintains relationships with team members and front of house management
• Follows proper ordering, inventory, and receiving procedures
• Creates a culture centered around the experience and enjoyment of food and cooking
• Demonstrates high personal integrity, business ethics, and promotes the restaurant
• Conducts recruitment, training, development initiatives, performance management, and coaching
• Uses conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1+ year of previous Sous Chef experience in a similar environment
• Passion for food & culinary excellence
• High level of integrity
• Discipline and vision
• Ability to build and nurture relationships; strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Drive and initiative
• Exceptional communication skills
• Performs well in a performance-based culture
• Hands-on approach, motivating by example

Additional Information

Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment: We are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect, creating fair and inclusive working environments.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only suitable candidates will be contacted.