Overview
Languages
English

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience
3 years to less than 5 years

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

Noisy

Hot

Non-smoking

Work setting

Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

Sous-chef

Responsibilities
Tasks

Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items

Estimate labour costs

Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory

Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff

Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers

Create new recipes

Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food

Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets

Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff

Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions

Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods

Requisition food and kitchen supplies

Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions

Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards

Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

Recruit and hire staff





Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks

Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

3-4 people

5-10 people

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Safe Food Handling certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization
Area of work experience

Manager

Additional information

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Tight deadlines

Handling heavy loads

Physically demanding

Attention to detail

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Standing for extended periods

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

Leadership

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Benefits
Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Financial benefits

Bonus

Gratuities

Life insurance

Long term benefits

Long-term care insurance

Other Benefits

Other advantages

Travel insurance

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📌 executive sous-chef (British Columbia)
🏢 Breakers Pub
📍 British Columbia