Our craft brewery is looking for a creative, passionate and energetic Sous Chef in Abbotsford, BC. As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to ensure success of day-to-day operations of the kitchen. You will lead a team of driven employees and drive their development. We are looking for a confident leader with outstanding organizational skills and impeccable time management. Staying current with food trends related to the craft beer industry is key as there is an element of menu development required.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Oversee kitchen responsibilities and ensure procedures are followed
Manage staff, control costs, quality of food, and safety standards with assistance and guidance from our Head Chef
Foster a safe and healthy working environment with professionalism
Rectify any issues arising concerning kitchen staff, food complaints, and safety issues with support from your General Manager and Head Chef

Cost Control & Top Line Growth
Strong understanding of financial management and COGs
Working knowledge of POS and inventory systems
Monitor increases in pricing and quality of incoming products, reporting discrepancies as needed
Manage and maintain solid relationships with vendors

Facility Management & Maintenance




Ensure all kitchen equipment is kept clean and in positive working order
Keep all Food Safety plans up to date
Ensure all kitchen checklists are followed, completed, and signed off daily

Staffing & Scheduling
Ensure all training manuals and policies are kept up to date and followed by all
Generate BOH schedules within labour budgets based on business volume
Hire, onboard, and train all new kitchen employees
Approve and submit payroll details on a weekly basis
Manage employee performance through formal and informal feedback
Work with General Manager and People/Culture Advisor when taking progressive disciplinary action

Experience Required:
Minimum 3 years in a BOH role
Minimum 1 year in a BOH Leadership role
Current Food Safe certification

If you meet the required qualifications and think you'd be the ace of a team member we are looking for, let us know!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$52,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Company events
Discounted or free food
Extended health care
Paid time off
Store discount
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Sous Chef Craft Beer Restaurant Abbotsford
🏢 Leading
📍 Abbotsford