Sous Chef

Company: CN Tower Location: CN Tower - Food & Beverage, 290 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON Employment Status: Contractor (Full-Time) Reason for Hire: Seasonal SHORT SUMMARY Professionally manage the day to day operations of, 360 Restaurant Kitchen, VUE Bistro Kitchen and Le Café Kitchen an all unionized employees in these locations and will assist as needed with Base Kitchen (production). Monitor and control daily food usage and labour usage to maintain an acceptable food and labour cost. Work with the Kitchen Management team to create new menu’s, implement new items and ensure all employees are trained. Ensure consistent and effective administration and follow up of the performance and development programs, the recruitment and training programs and Human Resources policies and procedures. Assist with the development of the business plan under the direction of Executive Chef and Chef De Cuisine(s) to meet guest expectations and enhance the reputation of the restaurants. Ensure Health and Safety programs are taught, implemented, maintained and enforced. JOB DESCRIPTION * Ensures the company standards are maintained for food preparation and presentation and take advantage of all opportunities to improve upon both * Expedite and monitor the production and plating of all food service areas to maintain best quality * Manage unionized kitchen employees daily through teaching and guidance * Coordinate and execute food during service * Communicate with Restaurant Services team to ensure consistent service from both Kitchen and Restaurant Services * Responsible for inputting work requests for required equipment repair or servic * Train and coach team members and new recruits on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), food service Health and Safety program QUALIFICATIONS * A relevant college diploma or university degree in culinary arts, cook’s trade certification or equivalent is preferred. * Completion of a secondary school diploma is required * Three (3) - Five (5) years of related experience in management of the restaurant operations or related operations is required * Unionized work environment experience an asset * Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset. WORKING CONDITIONS Must be able to work in a physical capacity requiring lifting, pushing and pulling, bending and reaching. Noisy and fast-paced, team environment. Rate of Pay: $31.94 - $35.93* Benefits: Employee Family Assistance Program. Complimentary CN Tower tickets after 3 months, Food and Retail discounts, Uniform provided and laundered *The recruitment range provided reflects the expected compensation for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Located in the heart of the Entertainment District, the CN Tower is a quintessential Canadian experience, welcoming over 1.8 million visitors each year, and we pride ourselves in our dynamic and diverse culture. With our commitment to service excellence at every guest interaction, CN Tower employees help to create an experience that is truly unique to the City of Toronto. Attractions Canada Limited is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Attractions Canada is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please inform us as soon as possible and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. #cntrecruit

The Sous Chef manages daily kitchen operations across multiple restaurant locations, ensuring high standards of food preparation and presentation. They are also responsible for training staff, controlling food and labor costs, and enforcing health and safety protocols.

Candidates must have a relevant college diploma or university degree in culinary arts or a trade certification, along with 3-5 years of restaurant management experience. Proficiency in managing unionized teams and knowledge of HACCP food safety standards are required.

• Employee Family Assistance Program • Complimentary CN Tower tickets • Food discounts • Retail discounts • Uniform provided and laundered

• Food safetyPreferred

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• Culinary arts
• Kitchen management
• Food safety
• HACCP
• Staff training
• Menu development
• Inventory control
• Labor cost management
• Team leadership
• Food preparation
• Quality control
• Unionized environment management
• Health and safety compliance
• Equipment Repair
• Kitchen Management
• Teaching
• Management
• Business Planning
• Food Services
• Culinary Arts
• Food Preparation
• Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Hazard Analysis
• Operations
• Restaurant Operation
• Payroll Cost

• Food & Beverage
• Management & Leadership
• Hospitality
• Sous Chef
• Chefs
• Chefs and Head Cooks

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week