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Job Title: Sous Chef -Mediterranean cuisine
RESPONSIBILITIES
Sous Chef
An award-winning restaurant located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, serving traditional and authentic Mediterranean cuisine. We offer dine-in, take-out and catering services for special and corporate events.
Responsibilities:
Leads kitchen team in chef's absence
Provides guidance to junior kitchen staff members, including, but not limited, to line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating
Ensures a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verifies all food products are properly dated and organized for quality assurance
Keeps cooking stations stocked, especially before and during prime operation hours
Trains new kitchen employees to restaurant and kitchen standards
Manages food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimises waste, plus works with existing systems to improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns
Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards
Works with head chef to maintain kitchen organization,
staff ability, and training opportunities
Verifies that food storage units all meet standards and are consistently well-managed
Assists head chef with menu creation and improvements
Coordinates with restaurant management team on supply ordering, budget, and kitchen efficiency and staffing
Qualification & Skills:
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
Teamwork-oriented with outstanding leadership abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well under pressure
Must have the creativity to develop new menu items and improve current menu items
Punctual and discipline to ensure optimal work performance
Robust organizational skills
*Knowledge and experience in catering are preferred and beneficial!
Education
High school level (Secondary school)
Experience:
Min 5 years
CAD 35,000 – 45,000 per year (Median Wage $17)
Type of visa:
Transitional Work Permit to Permanent Resident VISA