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Sous Chef-Portugese/ Russian

Food World Supermarket is a multi‑cuisine concept that brings the world’s best tastes together under one roof. Quality ingredients, expert chefs, and diverse menus combine to create a vibrant and welcoming food destination. Our mission is to be a trusted choice for our community by delivering a true taste of home through multi‑ethnic international delights.

Food World Supermarket is seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef specializing in European cuisine with expertise in Portuguese and Russian dishes.

The ideal candidate will support daily kitchen operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume retail food environment, ensuring authentic flavors, consistent quality, and efficient back‑of‑house operations. This role is perfect for a chef experienced in preparing both savory and traditional dishes from Portuguese and Russian culinary traditions, while also contributing to broader European menus.

Key Responsibilities

Menu Development & Promotions

- Develop and update Portuguese and Russian menu offerings, including traditional and contemporary dishes.
- Design promotional packages, combo meals, seasonal specials, and holiday menus.
- Standardize recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines for consistency and cost control.
- Analyze customer preferences and recommend new items to increase sales and engagement.

Food Preparation & Production

- Prepare authentic Portuguese dishes such as bacalhau, peri‑peri chicken, caldeirada, and pastries like pastéis de nata.
- Prepare Russian dishes including borscht, pelmeni, pirozhki, beef stroganoff, and blini.
- Maintain consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation.
- Prepare sauces, marinades, doughs, and condiments from scratch.
- Oversee mise en place and batch cooking for ready‑to‑eat and grab‑and‑go counters.
- Ensure freshness, quality,



and proper display of all food items.

Kitchen Operations

- Assist the Head Chef in supervising back‑of‑house operations.
- Monitor inventory levels, control stock rotation, and ensure ingredient freshness.
- Maintain food cost control and minimize waste.
- Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of ingredients.
- Uphold cleanliness and compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.

Team Leadership & Training

- Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff in Portuguese and Russian culinary techniques.
- Coordinate workflow during peak hours.
- Support scheduling, delegation, and performance management.
- Foster a collaborative, productive, and positive kitchen environment.

Quality & Customer Experience

- Ensure food counters are attractive, well‑stocked, and visually appealing.
- Maintain high standards of taste, consistency, and presentation.
- Support the supermarket’s brand by delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Cook in European cuisine, preferably with Portuguese and Russian expertise.
- Robust knowledge of authentic Portuguese and Russian ingredients, techniques, and traditional dishes.
- Experience in high‑volume or retail food production preferred.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Culinary diploma/certification is an advantage.

Key Competencies

- Expertise in Portuguese and Russian cooking methods
- Leadership and team coordination
- Time management and multitasking
- Quality control and consistency
- Cost‑consciousness

Why Join Food World Supermarket?

- One of the largest grocery retail operations (176,000 sq. ft.)
- Career advancement within a dynamic retail organization
- Make a real impact in delivering quality food and service to the community

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📌 Sous Chef- Portugese/ Russian Cuisine (Mississauga)
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📍 Mississauga