Sous Chef -University of Toronto Scarborough

Aramark; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider is seeking a Sous Chef for the University of Toronto Scarborough. The successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, prepare food, and manage a team of cooks. Qualifications include a minimum of three years of culinary experience in a fast-paced environment and strong communication skills. This position offers excellent benefits and a chance to work within a diverse and inclusive team. Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate various catering events is required.

Benefits

Extended health, dental, and vision benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Three weeks annual paid vacation

Employee Recognition Program

Scholarship Program for dependents

Qualifications

• 3+ years culinary experience in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of various cooking methods and food preparation techniques.
• Adequate computer skills for ordering and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work to kitchen staff.
• Prepares food using standardized recipes.
• Trains and guides kitchen staff on proper food safety.

Skills

Culinary experience

Strong communication skills

Team player

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Cook’s papers or recognized culinary program

Tools

PRIMA program

Job description

Title: Sous Chef -University of Toronto Scarborough

Requisition #: 618918

Location: Scarborough, ON, CA, TBD

Career Area: Professional & Management

Job Description

Join the culinary team at the University of Toronto Scarborough campus. Aramark provides food, beverage and catering services to the faculty and external partners for events. Over 1,000 customers are served daily at various food outlets and dining halls.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, The Sous Chef is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The Sous Chef may be responsible for oversight or delegation of responsibilities within the culinary operation. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work to 4 kitchen cooks; oversees completion of tasks
• Instrumental in the preparation of food products designated for any of the food outlets
• Estimates food consumption based on allocation; responsible for ordering produce
• Cooks and prepares a variety of food using standardized production recipes
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, uses various cooking methods for meat, vegetables, etc.
• Oversees numerous catering events of varying group sizes – buffet and plated service
• Assists in organizing, cleaning and sanitizing cooking and food service equipment
• Responsible for inventory, prepares cleaning schedules using PRIMA program
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, proper food safety, cooking methods, etc.
• Assists in other areas in the kitchen as required and directed by the Executive Chef

Qualifications

• 3+ years culinary experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Cook’s papers or the completion of a recognized culinary program an asset
• Repertoire of cooking methods, stock and soup preparation, sauce cookery
• Adequate computer skills to learn Aramark programs for ordering, scheduling, etc.
• Strong communication skills; positive attitude; good initiative; team player
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule to accommodate numerous catering events
• The shift includes evenings and weekends

What We Offer

• Extended benefits including health, dental and vision from the first day of employment
• Aramark Canada’s Defined Contribution Pension Plan from the first day of employment
• Three (3) week’s annual paid vacation + 3 personal days
• Employee Recognition Program including Service Awards
• Diverse and inclusive workforce
• Aramark Scholarship Program for dependents of full- time employees

About Aramark

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection, and careers across the world.

You’ll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you’ll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you’re pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.