Sous-chef

  • Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
  • Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

  • Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

  • Chef
  • Sous-chef

Tasks

  • Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
  • Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
  • 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
  • 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
  • Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

  • 5-10 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

  • Cook Trade Certification
  • Safe Food Handling certificate
  • Cook Red Seal Certificate
  • Food Safety Certificate

Cuisine specialties

  • Canadian

Transportation/travel information

  • Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Standing for extended periods

Employment terms options

  • Early morning
  • Evening

Employment terms options

  • Morning
  • Night
  • Day
  • Weekend

Health benefits

  • Health care plan

Financial benefits

  • Gratuities
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
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