Job Description

Bar Filo is seeking an experienced, hands-on Sous Chef to support our Head Chef and help lead daily kitchen operations. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable, dependable, passionate about Italian cuisine, and committed to consistency, quality, and teamwork.

This role is suited to someone who leads by example, performs calmly during busy service, and takes pride in maintaining a professional and respectful kitchen culture.

Key Responsibilities
Support the Head Chef with daily back-of-house operations
Lead kitchen preparation and service when the Head Chef is unavailable
Supervise, train, and motivate cooks and kitchen employees
Execute Italian-inspired dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards
Maintain consistency in flavour, portioning, timing, and plating
Organize prep lists, station assignments, and daily kitchen priorities
Assist with menu development, seasonal specials, and recipe testing
Monitor inventory, receiving, ordering, stock rotation, and food storage
Help control food costs, portioning, waste, and kitchen productivity
Maintain excellent sanitation, food-safety, allergen, and workplace-safety standards
Communicate effectively with the Head Chef, ownership,



and front-of-house team
Work actively on the line and resolve service issues professionally

Qualifications
At least two years of experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie, or similar leadership position
Strong knowledge of Italian ingredients, flavours, and cooking techniques
Experience preparing pasta, sauces, proteins, vegetables, and seasonal dishes
Experience supervising employees in a quality-focused restaurant kitchen
Understanding of inventory management, food costing, portion control, and waste reduction
Solid organization, communication, and time-management skills
Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to perform well under pressure
Valid Food Handler Certification
Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

What We Offer
A full time kitchen leadership position
Opportunities for professional growth and increased responsibility
Creative input into specials and menu development
A cooperative, independently operated restaurant environment
Competitive compensation based on experience

Apply with confidence!

📌 Executive Sous Chef Toronto
🏢 Bar Filo
📍 Toronto