Overview A Loving Spoonful is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our wonderful, rapid-paced, and compassionate team. This is a full-time position reporting to the Executive Chef. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support special events and corporate catering. The position includes a generous benefits package after six months of employment.

The Organization A Loving Spoonful is a dynamic not-for-profit organization. We are a volunteer-driven charitable society delivering free meals and nutritional support to individuals and families living with HIV and other co-existing illnesses, while also supporting vulnerable populations through subsidized meal programs.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef who will join our dedicated and high-energy team. The successful candidate will play a key role in producing nutritious, high-quality meals, supporting our growing corporate catering activities, and helping to support kitchen staff and volunteers in a collaborative and mission-driven environment.

Qualifications and the Candidate

This is a hands-on role in a fast-moving kitchen environment. We are seeking a self-motivated individual with previous culinary experience who is organized, adaptable, and excited to contribute to an important community organization. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in both high-volume meal production and catering environments and will take pride in food quality, consistency, and presentation.

Meal Production

- Assist in the preparation and production of daily meals, soups, frozen meals, baked items, and special menu items
- Follow established recipes, production schedules, and portion standards
- Ensure meals are prepared consistently and meet quality standards
- Assist with menu preparation and recipe implementation as directed by the Executive Chef
- Monitor food quality, freshness, and presentation
- Assist in reducing food waste through proper production planning and inventory rotation




- Support high-volume food production while maintaining consistency and quality

Corporate Catering

- Assist with the preparation and execution of corporate catering orders, special events, and community functions
- Work with the Executive Chef to ensure catering menus are prepared according to event requirements and timelines
- Maintain a high standard of food quality, presentation, portioning, and consistency for catered events
- Assist with the organization, packaging, and preparation of catering orders for delivery or on-site service
- Help coordinate food production to ensure catering orders are completed accurately and on time
- Assist with on-site catering and special events when required
- Support the continued growth and development of A Loving Spoonful's corporate catering program
- Ensure catering activities reflect the professional standards and mission of A Loving Spoonful

Kitchen Operations

- Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations
- Assist in coordinating daily food preparation activities
- Ensure kitchen workstations remain clean, organized, and efficient
- Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries
- Support meal packaging and preparation for distribution programs
- Help ensure production and catering deadlines are met
- Assist with maintaining appropriate inventory levels and identifying product requirements for upcoming production and catering needs

Volunteer and Staff Support

- Provide guidance and support to kitchen volunteers during meal preparation and packaging activities
- Assist with training volunteers on food handling, kitchen procedures,



and safe work practices
- Foster a positive, welcoming, and respectful workplace for volunteers and team members
- Support teamwork and communication within the kitchen
- Provide direction and assistance to volunteers supporting catering preparation and special events

Food Safety

- Maintain FoodSafe standards and safe food handling procedures
- Ensure proper food storage, labeling, rotation, and temperature controls
- Complete food safety logs and cleaning records as required
- Assist with maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen
- Ensure compliance with health regulations and organizational policies

Other Duties and Skills

- Strong culinary skills and attention to detail
- Previous experience in catering, banquet, restaurant, or high-volume food production is an asset
- Driver's lisence an asset
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume production workplace
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple production priorities and deadlines
- Strong understanding of food presentation and catering standards
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Compassionate, respectful, and inclusive approach toward all individuals
- Ability to lift and move kitchen supplies and food products
- FoodSafe certification required
- Flexibility to assist with occasional evening or weekend catering events as required
- Other duties as required

Join us as a Sous Chef, where your culinary experience, leadership, and passion for quality food will help support our meal programs, corporate catering, and community initiatives. We are looking for an energetic and dedicated qualified who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, values teamwork, and is excited to use their culinary skills to make a meaningful difference in the community Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Perks

- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Sous Chef (Vancouver)
🏢 A Loving Spoonful
📍 Vancouver