Title posted on indeed.com - Sous Chef We are looking for a reliable, experienced, and hands-on Sous Chef/ Kitchen Lead to take the lead in our kitchen and help ensure that each shift runs smoothly. This role is about leading the BOH team, keeping everyone organized, making sure communication is explicit, and ensuring that all kitchen tasks are completed properly and on time.

The Head

Cook will work closely with the Head Chef and management team to maintain food quality, food safety, cleanliness, preparation standards, and a positive team environment. Take the lead in the kitchen and provide direction to the BOH team during each shift. Ensure all prep is completed and the kitchen is properly prepared for service.

Keep communication clear between the kitchen team, Head Chef, FOH, and management. Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, portioning, and consistency. Ensure all food safety, sanitation, cleaning, and food-handling procedures are followed.

Make sure the kitchen stays clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service. Monitor inventory and communicate when supplies need to be ordered or restocked. Help reduce food waste and maintain proper portion control.

Support and train kitchen staff when needed. Lead by example and help create a respectful, positive, and productive kitchen environment.



Address issues as they arise and communicate them to the Head Chef or management.

Work directly with the Head Chef to ensure recipes, procedures, and kitchen standards are being followed. Make sure opening, closing, cleaning, prep, and other daily kitchen responsibilities are completed. Has previous experience leading or supervising a kitchen team.

Understands proper food preparation and kitchen procedures. Takes food safety, cleanliness, and organization seriously. Works well with the Head Chef, FOH, and management. Is willing to be hands-on and help wherever needed.

Takes pride in making sure the kitchen is running properly from start to finish.

The Sous

Chef / Kitchen Lead is the go-to leader in the kitchen during service. Your job is to make sure the team is organized, communication is strong, prep is done, food is being prepared properly, standards are being followed, and the kitchen is running efficiently. You will work with the Head Chef and not replace the Head Chef to make sure the BOH team is supported and the kitchen operates at a high standard every day.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour Work location On site Salary $ 20.00 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Full time Starts as soon as possible

📌 Sous-chef (H/F) Restaurant Japonais (Toronto)
🏢 PIGEON CAFÉ
📍 Toronto