Sous Chef - Luma

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared gratuities

Paid vacation, sick, and personal day

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Dining allowance and uniform allowance

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance program

RRSP matching

Professional development fund

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality’s Luma in Toronto seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead and inspire a busy kitchen. You will cook hands-on, recruit and train cooks, and manage daily operations while upholding our standards of quality, cleanliness, and hospitality.

You will collaborate with culinary and front-of-house teams to deliver memorable guest experiences, mentor staff, and maintain cost controls. Weekend/evening availability is expected in a fast-paced environment.

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 Luma'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.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Culinary leadership

Team management

Communication

Attention to detail

Hands-on cooking

Availability weekends

Professional integrity

Mentoring

Job description

Company Description

Luma is a contemporary restaurant that reflects Toronto's vibrant and diverse culinary landscape. Guided by a commitment to seasonal ingredients and exceptional quality, our menu highlights sustainably sourced seafood, premium meats, and fresh local produce. Inspired by global flavours and techniques, we create dishes that celebrate the bounty of each season and deliver a dining experience that is both refined and approachable. At Luma, thoughtful hospitality and a passion for great food come together to create memorable experiences for our guests.

Company Description

Luma is a contemporary restaurant that reflects Toronto's vibrant and diverse culinary landscape. Guided by a commitment to seasonal ingredients and exceptional quality, our menu highlights sustainably sourced seafood, premium meats, and fresh local produce. Inspired by global flavours and techniques, we create dishes that celebrate the bounty of each season and deliver a dining experience that is both refined and approachable. At Luma, thoughtful hospitality and a passion for great food come together to create memorable experiences for our guests.

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 and uniform 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 Luma'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: $52,000 - $58,000

AI Disclosure

To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation

Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.