Executive sous-chef

Job summary

Develop recipes and menus, prepare and cook meals and specialty dishes, and ensure food meets quality standards, including meals for guests with allergies or intolerances. Supervise and train kitchen staff, coordinate food and supply requisitions, and prepare food for events and special functions.

Job details

Overview Languages French Education Other trades certificate or diploma Cooking and related culinary arts, general Experience 5 years or more On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Restaurant Hotel, motel, resort Ranks of chefs Sous-chef Responsibilities Tasks 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 Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food Supervision 5-10 people Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Cook Trade Certification Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties French Canadian Italian cuisine European International Gluten-free Vegan Food specialties Fish and seafood Meat, poultry and game Stocks, soups and sauces Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms Additional information Transportation/travel information Public transportation is not available Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Attention to detail Standing for extended periods Own tools/equipment Equipment Personal suitability Leadership Dependability Organized Reliability Team player Benefits Financial benefits Bonus Gratuities Other Benefits Free parking available On-site amenities On-site recreation and activities Other benefits Parking available

What you’ll do

Develop recipes and menus, prepare and cook meals and specialty dishes, and ensure food meets quality standards, including meals for guests with allergies or intolerances. Supervise and train kitchen staff, coordinate food and supply requisitions, and prepare food for events and special functions.

Requirements

The role requires at least five years of experience and a cooking trade certification; the posting also lists a certificate or diploma in cooking and related culinary arts. French is listed as the language, and the position requires on-site work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Benefits

• Bonus
• Gratuities
• Free Parking
• On-Site Amenities
• On-Site Recreation and Activities
• Parking Available

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Cooking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Recipe Development
• Cooking
• Menu Planning
• Food Preparation
• Food Presentation
• Kitchen Staff Supervision
• Staff Training
• Food Quality Standards
• Food and Supply Requisitioning
• Banquet Catering
• Allergy-Aware Meal Preparation
• French Cuisine
• Italian Cuisine
• Leadership
• Organization
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership

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