Viaggio Hospitality Group

Vancouver, BC

Viaggio Hospitality Group

Vancouver, BC

executive sous-chef

Vancouver, BC (view on map)

Posted 8 days ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• 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

• 11-15 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Cook Trade Certification

Cuisine specialties

• Canadian

Food specialties

• Fish and seafood

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

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Government programs

• Recognized employer

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits