Sous-chef
- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 32 to 40 hours per week
- Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Work site environment
- Wet/damp
- Noisy
- Odours
- Hot
- Cold/refrigerated
- Non-smoking
Work setting
- Formal dining room
Ranks of chefs
- Sous-chef
Tasks
- Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
- Estimate labour costs
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
- 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
- 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
Supervision
- 3-4 people
Cuisine specialties
- Thai
- International
Food specialties
- Cold kitchen
- Eggs and dairy
- Fish and seafood
- Stocks, soups and sauces
- Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
Specialization or experience
- Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
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
Own tools/equipment
- Uniform
Personal suitability
- Dependability
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
Screening questions
- Are you authorized to work in Canada?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
Employment terms options
- Evening
Employment terms options
- Day
Other benefits
- On-site amenities
- Parking available
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