Sous Chef

Delta Hotels Ontario Airport; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Hotels Ontario Airport is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

The ideal candidate will bring creativity, leadership, and a passion for quality cuisine to our kitchen. You will lead kitchen operations, supervise staff, and help develop menus while ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Creativity and passion for culinary arts.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth workflow.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of kitchen staff, including line cooks and prep cooks.
• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards of quality, presentation, and safety.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies and ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Develop and implement new menu items in collaboration with the culinary team.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to foster skill development and teamwork.
• Oversee food preparation during service to ensure efficiency and consistency.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Communication

Organizational skills

Creativity

Work under pressure

Evenings & weekends

Education

Culinary degree or relevant certification

Job description

Description

Sous Chef

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, leadership, and a passion for quality cuisine to our kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• - Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth workflow
• - Supervise and coordinate the activities of kitchen staff, including line cooks and prep cooks
• - Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards of quality, presentation, and safety
• - Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies and ingredients
• - Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in compliance with health and safety regulations
• - Develop and implement new menu items in collaboration with the culinary team
• - Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to foster skill development and teamwork
• - Oversee food preparation during service to ensure efficiency and consistency

Skills and Qualifications

• - Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role
• - Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred
• - Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards
• - Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• - Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• - Creativity and passion for culinary arts
• - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Join our team and be part of a vibrant culinary environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive workplace culture dedicated to excellence.