Maurizio's - Sous Chef

Sous Chef at Maurizio’s About Maurizio’s Maurizio offers a true taste of Italy in the heart of Halifax. Honouring its storied legacy, the reimagined restaurant blends tradition with sophistication, serving refined Italian dishes made with premium local produce and exclusive imported ingredients not found elsewhere in the city. From handmade pastas to expertly crafted cocktails, every detail reflects a commitment to quality, comfort, and timeless hospitality. Job Description Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, we are looking for a Sous Chef at Maurizio’s who will work closely with the Chef and collaborate with our amazing team. Ideally, this individual will have expertise in Fine-Dining cooking and will bring consistency to dinner services with seamless transition. They should value authenticity, precision, and flavor balance. What you will be doing as a Sous Chef: Communicating the restaurant's vision to all team members and leading by example; Inspiring the team with your exciting vision for the restaurant's future; Consistently monitoring kitchen operations and cleanliness; Building and maintaining relationships with team members and front of house management alike; Following proper ordering, inventory and receiving procedures; Showing leadership in creating a culture that revolves around the experience and enjoyment of food and cooking; Demonstrating high personal integrity, business ethics and taking every opportunity to promote the restaurant; Participating in recruitment and selection, training and development initiatives as well as performance management and employee coaching; Using conflict/resolution and problem-solving skills; Such other related duties and responsibilities as may be required from time to time. The person we are looking for has: Culinary diploma or degree considered an asset; 2–3 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced, high-performance restaurant environment; A valid Food Handlers Certificate; Skilled in high-end, visually striking (Instagram-worthy) plating and able to adapt to changing demands; Strong knowledge of modern cooking techniques; Experience working with elevated and unique ingredients; Familiarity with food ordering systems and inventory management; Proficient in professional cooking and knife handling techniques; Able to stand for extended periods ; Extensive knowledge of Italian cuisine; preferred. Why join us and what's in it for you? Competitive salary Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits Integrated learning environment with room to grow Access to our gym and fitness facility Dining discount at Freehand locations Company RRSP contributions Uniform and dining allowance Employee Assistance Program Eligible for company referral bonus program Working along side a collaborative team of likeminded individuals A member of The Armour Group, Freehand Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you! Qualified applicants are invited to apply through the job link or submit their resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please note that, while we thank all applicants for applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Sous Chef will assist the Chef de Cuisine in overseeing daily kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of food quality, and leading the culinary team. Responsibilities include managing inventory, ensuring cleanliness, and fostering a collaborative environment focused on authentic Italian cuisine.

Candidates should have 2–3 years of experience in a high-performance restaurant environment and possess a valid Food Handlers Certificate. Proficiency in modern cooking techniques, high-end plating, and a strong knowledge of Italian cuisine are essential.

• Competitive salary • Extended health and dental benefits • Gym and fitness facility access • Dining discount • Company RRSP contributions • Uniform and dining allowance • Employee assistance program • Company referral bonus program

• Problem solvingPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Fine-dining cooking
• Italian cuisine
• Kitchen operations
• Inventory management
• Food ordering
• Knife handling
• Plating
• Leadership
• Team management
• Performance management
• Conflict resolution
• Problem-solving
• Menu development
• Food safety
• Staff training
• Employee Coaching
• Fine Dining Experience
• Business Ethics
• Management
• Cleanliness
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution
• Cooking
• Training And Development
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Performance Management
• Inventory Management
• Problem Solving
• Operations
• Restaurant Operation
• Personal Integrity
• Receiving Procedures

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

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week