About the role
Company Description
WHO ARE WE? We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.
Job Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Chef Manager, the Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring culinary excellence and smooth kitchen operations. This includes planning, preparing, and directing food production for daily service and special events, while maintaining consistency, quality, and efficiency. The role also involves supporting menu development, supervising staff, ensuring adherence to FoodSafe standards, maintaining proper food handling and sanitation practices, and delivering high levels of client satisfaction.
Role Overview – Boarding School Environment
This position is based in a prestigious local private school and offers a unique opportunity to oversee food service for two small boarding houses. Working under the direction of the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will take ownership of day-to-day culinary operations in a close-knit, community-focused environment. Key responsibilities include managing ordering, inventory, menu planning, and food cost control while ensuring full compliance with health and safety requirements, including internal and external audits. The role also supports client relationships and contributes to special events within the school community.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Self-driven with strong ownership and initiative
- Professional and well-presented in a high-standard environment
- Extensive experience in international cuisine
- Strong understanding of dietary needs of high school students
- Clean driving record and ability to pass a background check Additional Information WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? This role offers more than a traditional kitchen environment. It provides the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students and become part of their daily experience. The smaller service model allows for creativity, personal connection, and visible impact. For passionate chefs, this is a rewarding position where you can lead operations, showcase your culinary skills, and contribute to a supportive and engaging school community. Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request. #IND6 Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Special needs accommodation is available at all stages of the application process upon request.
Compensation: CAD 28 - CAD 28 - hourly
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About Dexterra
We’ve been here, servicing our Canadian clients, for over 70 years. With these decades of experience, we bring access to extensive expertise and knowledge in your specific region. And by building lasting relationships, we’re able to provide more value, greater opportunities and better service.
With operations in 11 of 13 provinces and territories, we provide quality solutions for ongoing maintenance and operations to clients in the aviation, defence and security, retail, commercial, private industry, healthcare, education and government sectors.
Our expertise in bringing together the right people with the right skills to transform service delivery and improve your customers’ experiences is what sets us apart. We take a truly integrated approach, working with your specific needs – whether it’s a new or existing facility.
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About the role
Company Description
WHO ARE WE? We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.
Job Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Chef Manager, the Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring culinary excellence and smooth kitchen operations. This includes planning, preparing, and directing food production for daily service and special events, while maintaining consistency, quality, and efficiency. The role also involves supporting menu development, supervising staff, ensuring adherence to FoodSafe standards, maintaining proper food handling and sanitation practices, and delivering high levels of client satisfaction.
Role Overview – Boarding School Environment
This position is based in a prestigious local private school and offers a unique opportunity to oversee food service for two small boarding houses. Working under the direction of the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will take ownership of day-to-day culinary operations in a close-knit, community-focused environment. Key responsibilities include managing ordering, inventory, menu planning, and food cost control while ensuring full compliance with health and safety requirements, including internal and external audits. The role also supports client relationships and contributes to special events within the school community.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Self-driven with strong ownership and initiative
- Professional and well-presented in a high-standard environment
- Extensive experience in international cuisine
- Strong understanding of dietary needs of high school students
- Clean driving record and ability to pass a background check Additional Information WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? This role offers more than a traditional kitchen environment. It provides the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students and become part of their daily experience. The smaller service model allows for creativity, personal connection, and visible impact. For passionate chefs, this is a rewarding position where you can lead operations, showcase your culinary skills, and contribute to a supportive and engaging school community. Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request. #IND6 Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Special needs accommodation is available at all stages of the application process upon request.
Compensation: CAD 28 - CAD 28 - hourly
Not the right fit? Search for Sous Chef jobs in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
About Dexterra
We’ve been here, servicing our Canadian clients, for over 70 years. With these decades of experience, we bring access to extensive expertise and knowledge in your specific region. And by building lasting relationships, we’re able to provide more value, greater opportunities and better service.
With operations in 11 of 13 provinces and territories, we provide quality solutions for ongoing maintenance and operations to clients in the aviation, defence and security, retail, commercial, private industry, healthcare, education and government sectors.
Our expertise in bringing together the right people with the right skills to transform service delivery and improve your customers’ experiences is what sets us apart. We take a truly integrated approach, working with your specific needs – whether it’s a new or existing facility.