sous-chef
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience.
Asset languages:
Thai.
Work site environment:
Hot. Non-smoking.
Work setting:
Staff accommodation available. Restaurant. Bar. Willing to relocate.
Ranks of chefs:
Executive chef. Sous-chef.
Tasks:
- Estimate labour costs.
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
- Analyze operating costs and other data.
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff.
- Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers.
- Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
- Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets.
- Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
- Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions.
- Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods.
- Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
- Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs.
- Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions.
- Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants.
- Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
- Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks.
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
- Leading/instructing individuals.
Supervision:
5-10 people.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Cook Trade Certification. Food Safety Certificate.
Cuisine specialties:
Thai. Vietnamese cuisine. Gluten-free. Vegan.
Food specialties:
Cold kitchen. Fish and seafood. Meat, poultry and game. Stocks, soups and sauces. Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms.
Area of work experience:
Manager.
Transportation/travel information:
Public transportation is available.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling.
Weight handling:
Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs).
Own tools/equipment:
Tools. Uniform. Cellular phone.
Personal suitability:
Leadership. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Organized. Reliability. Team player.
Screening questions:
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
- Are you currently a student?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Employment terms options:
Evening.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
Flexible hours. Night. On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime available.
Health benefits:
Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
Gratuities. Group insurance benefits.
Other benefits:
Parking available. Wellness program.
Support for persons with disabilities:
Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.).
Support for newcomers and refugees:
Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees . Does not require Canadian work experience.
Support for youths:
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
Support for Indigenous people:
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers .
Support for mature workers:
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination . Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers .
Supports for visible minorities:
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for e