Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years Work setting Urban area Catering firm Ranks of chefs Sous-chef Tasks Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers 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 Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Recruit and hire staff Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food Leading/instructing individuals Supervision More than 20 people Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Weight handling Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)



Personal suitability Leadership Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Organized Reliability Team player Screening questions Do you have experience working in this field? Employment terms options Evening Shift Employment terms options Flexible schedule Morning Day Weekend Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits Financial benefits Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Other benefits Free parking available Parking available Support for newcomers and refugees Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.) Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Indigenous people Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers Supports for visible minorities Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

📌 sous-chef (Edmonton)
🏢 A Cappella Catering
📍 Edmonton