sous-chef

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work Environment

Hybrid: Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work Site Environment

• Noisy
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Clean

Work Setting

• Formal dining room
• Restaurant
• Urban area
• Rural area
• Bar
• Remote location
• Catering firm
• Private residence
• Bistro
• Service
• Management

Ranks of Chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

• 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 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
• 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
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking, and handling of food
• Order supplies and maintain inventory
• Track and complete work orders

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

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

Experience and Specialization

• Manager

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

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

• Internet access
• Cellular phone

Personal Suitability

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

Benefits

• Bonus
• Gratuities

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Parking available