Do you love working in a kitchen environment where quality and consistency are key? Buco Pizzeria + Vino Bar, located in St. Albert, is looking for a full-time Sous Chef to join our team! This is a key position within our organization that plays a critical role in providing excellent internal and external customer service.

Buco Pizzeria + Vino Bar is a up-to-date, contemporary Neapolitan-style pizzeria that is part of the Sorrentino’s Restaurant Group, a locally and family-owned establishment serving the City of Edmonton and the surrounding areas since 1979. Buco currently operates three separate locations within the Greater Edmonton Area: Windermere, EPCOR Tower in Downtown Edmonton, and St. Albert.

As each location operates independently while upholding the Buco standards, we are looking for ambitious individuals eager to grow with our company as we continue to expand.

Description:

The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Chef in overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and efficiency. This role involves supporting menu execution, staff supervision, inventory management, and compliance with health and safety regulations. The Sous Chef plays a crucial role as part of the management team in maintaining kitchen discipline, assisting in training, and ensuring smooth service.

The Sous Chef will maintain a strong presence in the kitchen, upholding the company's culinary vision and standards while fostering a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

- Ensure high standards of food preparation and presentation, focusing on Mediterranean cuisine.
- Support the Chef in ensuring smooth and efficient daily kitchen operations.
- Enforce standard operating procedures related to food preparation, cleanliness,



and equipment use.
- Assist the Chef in menu planning and recipe development, with an emphasis on Mediterranean cuisine.
- Assist in training, supervision, and mentorship of kitchen staff.
- Support the execution of seasonal and promotional menus, ensuring proper training for new dishes.
- Ensure every dish is prepared according to company standards and specifications from the Recipe Binder.
- Manage inventory and order supplies as needed.
- Assist in implementing cost-control measures to optimize profitability.
- Promote a positive work environment that fosters teamwork, respect, and professionalism.

Qualifications:

- A minimum of three years of professional cooking experience and one year of supervisory experience are required.
- Experience in cooking Mediterranean or Italian cuisine preferred.
- Fluent in English.
- FoodSafe and First Aid Certificate required.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to remain calm and prioritize tasks under pressure.
- Precision in following recipes and presentation guidelines.
- A genuine passion for the restaurant industry and providing excellent customer service.

Why work for Buco Pizzeria + Vino Bar:

- Work with a family-owned business that values its people and community.
- The opportunity to grow within a dynamic and expanding company.
- Competitive salary, benefits and the chance to work with some of Edmonton's most beloved restaurant brands.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted to proceed with the next steps in the interview process. Thank you for your interest, and good luck!

Benefits

- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- In office parking
- Paid time off

Experience:
- Supervising: 1 year (required)
- Professional Cooking : 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Sous Chef (St. Albert)
🏢 Sorrentino's Restaurant Group
📍 St. Albert