The Wickaninnish Inn

Tofino, BC

The Wickaninnish Inn

Tofino, BC

sous-chef

Tofino, BC (view on map)

Posted 21 days ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Work setting
• Staff accommodation available
• Restaurant
• Rural area
• Bar
• Remote location
• Resort
• Hotel, motel, resort
• Café
• Bakery
Ranks of chefs
• Sous-chef
Tasks
• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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
• 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
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals
Supervision
• 16-20 people
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 
• Cook Trade Certification
• Food Safety Certificate
Cuisine specialties
• Canadian
Food specialties
• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
Transportation/travel information
• Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
• 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
Own tools/equipment
• Uniform
Personal suitability
• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
Screening questions
• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Employment terms options
• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend
Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits
• Long-term care insurance
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Other benefits
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Wellness program
Support for persons with disabilities
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
Support for youths
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Veterans
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Veterans
Support for Indigenous people
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
Support for mature workers
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
Supports for visible minorities
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities