Sous-chef

• Location 102-398 Harbour RoadVictoria, BCV9A 0B7
• Work location On site
• Salary$25.00HOUR hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
• Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift, On call
• Starts as soon as possible
• Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits
• vacancies 1 vacancy
• Source Job Bank #3626776

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area
• Bar
• Central food commissary
• Catering firm
• Bistro
• Café
• Bakery

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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
• Create new recipes
• 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 menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals
• Food preparation
• Food safety/handling skills

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Canadian
• European
• International

Food specialties

• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Area of work experience

• Food services

Type of industry experience

• Food and beverages

Additional information

Weight handling

• Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available