Executive Sous-Chef – Restaurant Collective Catering Services and Hospitality Group (Cuevas Holdings Inc.)

Work location: 2447 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Y8 (on site, no work from home)
Terms of employment: Permanent, full-time, 40 hours per week, flexible hours. Starts as soon as possible. 1 vacancy.
Wage: $38.50 per hour
Benefits: Health benefits – dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, paramedical services coverage, vision care benefits
Language of work: English (Spanish is an asset)

Job duties

Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
Plan menus, create new recipes and ensure food meets quality standards
Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen staff (16–20 people)
Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food; demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment
Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
Recruit and hire staff
Prepare and cook meals and specialty foods on a regular basis, for special guests or functions, and for events such as banquets
Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
Estimate amount and costs of supplies, food items and labour




Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory, and analyze operating costs and other data
Requisition food and kitchen supplies, and arrange for equipment purchases and repairs

Requirements

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma, or equivalent experience
Experience: 5 years or more
Food Safety Certificate
Own transportation and a valid driver's licence
Cuisine experience: Mexican, Canadian, Italian, French, Spanish, European and international; bakery goods and desserts, cold kitchen, fish and seafood, meat, poultry and game, stocks, soups and sauces

Work conditions: Fast-paced environment, work under pressure, tight deadlines, handling heavy loads, physically demanding, standing for extended periods, bending, crouching and kneeling, attention to detail.

Personal suitability: Leadership, dependability, efficient interpersonal skills, excellent oral communication, flexibility, initiative, organized, reliability, team player.

Who can apply: Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada, and temporary residents of Canada with a valid work permit.

How to apply: Apply through 86Network or by email to [email protected]
Mailing address: 2447 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Y8

📌 Executive Sous Chef (Vancouver)
🏢 Cuevas Holdings Inc, DBA Restaurant Collective Hospitality Group
📍 Vancouver