Sous Chef/Lead Cook

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef prepares high-quality meals in a safe and timely manner. This role requires a solid understanding of food service procedures and the ability to perform all kitchen duties in a professional, courteous, efficient, and organized way.

KEY DUTIES

• Preparing food in accordance with the established menus and established standards for portion control, temperature, quality, plate presentation, food safe practices, timely delivery and minimizing all leftovers.
• To provide creative input to menus, food preparation methods and special event menus
• Receive all food and supplies and check delivery prior to signing, problems noted and reported. Audits food temperature, fridge and freezer temperatures
• Ensure food is safely served, stored and properly labelled and dated after receiving it to avoid spoilage and facilitate proper rotation.
• Regularly monitors resident satisfaction by talking with residents in the dining room and provides regular feedback to the Executive Chef.
• Work in compliance with all public health regulations.
• Maintains work area in an orderly and sanitary condition. Participate in the proper cleaning of the kitchen including kitchen equipment, counter tops and beverage centre.
• Oversee the work of Assistant Cooks, Kitchen Aides & Dishwashers
• Conducts kitchen audits with and for the Executive Chef
• May assume the duties of the Executive Chef as designated during absence
• Any other duties as directed by Management.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

License/Designation:

• Food Safe Certificate
• Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector check

Experience:

Must be knowledgeable and experienced in:

• Creative food preparation, accurate portion control
• Asian and European and contemporary cuisine
• Food preparation in accordance with menus.
• Use of kitchen equipment.

Education:

• Must have a Canadian high school graduation or equivalent.
• Must have a formal training – Red Seal Chef is an Asset.
• Must be able to read, write, and comfortably communicate in English.
• Must understand oral and written instructions.
• Must have completed Food Safe I.
• Successful completion of WHMIS

Personal Suitability:

• A love of food and desire to cook and serve delicious meals
• Empathy for and understanding of the needs of seniors, their families and their professional service providers.
• Good health.
• No allergies to cleaning chemicals.
• Able to perform physical work, i.e. lifting, bending etc.
• Must have a pleasant, co-operative and supportive attitude.
• Willingness and ability to learn.

If our values resonate with you, and you meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.