First sous-chef

Job Description

Job details:

Employer:  Linh Cafe

Position: First sous-chef

Location: 1428 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1N2

Rate: 25.00 hourly / 40 hours per week

Start date: Starts as soon as possible

Vacancies: 5 vacancies

Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits

Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time

Early morning, Evening, Morning, Night, Day, Weekend, Overtime required

Overview

Languages

English

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma
Cooking and related culinary arts, general

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

Wet/damp
Hot
Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

Formal dining room
Restaurant
Ranks of chefs

Sous-chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

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
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
Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Cook Trade Certification
Safe Food Handling certificate

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

French
Vietnamese cuisine

Food specialties

Eggs and dairy
Fish and seafood
Meat, poultry and game
Stocks, soups and sauces
Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

Leadership
Dependability
Organized
Reliability
Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

Health care plan

Financial benefits

Bonus

Other benefits

Team building opportunities

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

a Canadian citizen
a permanent resident of Canada
a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

How to apply

Direct Apply

By Direct Apply

By mail

1428 Granville St

Vancouver, BC

V6Z 1N2

In person

1428 Granville St

Vancouver, BC

V6Z 1N2

Between 11:00 AM and 07:30 PM

How-to-apply instructions

Here is what you must include in your application:

References attesting experience
Cover letter
Proof of the requested certifications
Letter of recommendation