Sous Chef: Lead Menus, Train Teams & Elevate Dining

Playground Poker; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Discounts on food

Opportunities for career advancement

Free parking

Company-wide events

Playground Cares volunteer

Job summary

Playground Poker is seeking a Sous Chef to lead our culinary team in delivering high-quality dishes. You will manage menu preparation, supervise recipes, and train team members while maintaining kitchen cleanliness and organization.

Your input will help develop new menu items and uphold our culinary standards to ensure guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include cost control, inventory management, and assisting the Executive Chef with budgeting.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English or French.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding, knowledge and ability to apply internal controls.
• Solid understanding of restaurant operations.
• Knowledge of Front of House operations.
• Solid computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suite).
• Ability to implement sanitation rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of appropriate food temperatures.
• Experience in all phases of cooking, food arrangement and presentation.
• Management/supervisory experience.
• Superior time management skills.
• Budgeting and financial skills.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Read and interpret procedure manuals and safety rules.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Positive team player attitude.
• Work on your feet for the duration of shift.
• Shifts include weekends/evenings/overnights/holidays.
• Must have a valid Canadian work visa.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items and ensure recipes are followed with quality presentation.
• Train team members in portion control and consistency.
• Develop new menu items and test in Playground F&B outlets.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Assist Executive Chef with budget preparation and costing.
• Manage stock levels and inventory processes.
• Monitor inventory and create inventory sheets and requisition forms.
• Track menu costs and spoilage.
• Focus on guest satisfaction and handle feedback and complaints.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Multitasking

Food safety

Menu development

Sanitation standards

Time management

Budgeting

Team training

Physical stamina

Language skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Playground Poker is seeking a Sous Chef to lead our culinary team in delivering high-quality dishes. You will manage menu preparation, supervise recipes, and train team members while maintaining kitchen cleanliness and organization.

Your input will help develop new menu items and uphold our culinary standards to ensure guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include cost control, inventory management, and assisting the Executive Chef with budgeting.