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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Junior Sous Chef is responsible for monitoring daily kitchen operations, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring the restaurant's vision is communicated to the team. They also manage inventory, conduct staff training, and provide leadership to ensure high-quality food service.
Job details
Company Description A stylish, neighbourhood favourite where comfort meets creativity and every corner tells a story. Joining us means becoming part of a hospitality team that brings warmth, personality, and thoughtful service to every guest experience. From lively summer brunches on the patio to intimate tucked-away nooks for quiet enjoyment, and a hidden speakeasy where the party continues, you’ll help craft memorable moments in a space full of character and charm. This is the perfect environment for hospitality professionals who thrive on versatility, connection, and delivering elevated comfort cuisine with flair. What’s in it for you? Shared gratuities Paid vacation, sick, and personal day Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance Discounted gym membership Access to our employee assistance program Group life and disability insurance 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests RRSP matching Employee referral program Professional development fund Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await! Job Description Our Jr. Sous Chefs are very organized and comfortable working in a high-pressure environment. The Jr. Sous Chef must also be able to give orders within their section, work independently as well as reliably carry out orders handed down to them by the Chef. Their attention to detail is monumental, able to mentor junior cooks and trouble-shooting any problems that may arise. The day to day: Communicates the restaurant's vision to all team members and leads by example. Consistently monitors kitchen operations and cleanliness. Builds and maintains relationships with team members and front of house management alike. Follows proper ordering, inventory and receiving procedures. Shows leadership in creating a culture that revolves around the experience and enjoyment of food and cooking. Demonstrates high personal integrity, business ethics and takes every opportunity to promote the restaurant. Conducts training and development initiatives as well as performance management and employee coaching. Uses conflict/resolution and problem solving skills. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Previous Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef experience in a similar environment Passion for food & culinary excellence High level of integrity Discipline and vision Ability to build and nurture relationships; strong team leadership and interpersonal skills Reputation for paying fanatical attention to detail Drive and takes initiative Exceptional communication skills with all levels of the organization Performs well in a performance based culture Is very hands on and motivates by setting the example Available weekends, evenings and holidays as needed Legally eligible to work in Canada Additional Information This is a current vacancy Wage: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 AI Disclosure To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate. Accessibility & Accommodation Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate. Compensation: CAD 50000 - CAD 55000 - yearly
What you’ll do
The Junior Sous Chef is responsible for monitoring daily kitchen operations, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring the restaurant's vision is communicated to the team. They also manage inventory, conduct staff training, and provide leadership to ensure high-quality food service.
Requirements
Candidates must have previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef in a similar environment and demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills. The role requires a high level of integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Benefits
- Shared gratuities
- Paid vacation
- Sick days
- Personal days
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Mental health coverage
- Dining allowance
- Clothing allowance
- Discounted gym membership
- Employee assistance program
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Dining discount
- RRSP matching
- Employee referral program
- Professional development fund
Listed skills
- Team Leadership · Preferred
- Inventory management · Preferred
- Food safety · Preferred
- Conflict Resolution · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Kitchen management
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
- Food safety
- Staff training
- Performance management
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Culinary excellence
- Communication
- Ordering procedures
- Menu execution
- Mentoring
- Operational oversight
- Employee Coaching
- Mental Health
- Business Ethics
- Management
- Cleanliness
- Conflict Resolution
- Cooking
- Training And Development
- Creativity
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Performance Management
- Leadership
- Interpersonal Communications
- Problem Solving
- Operations
- Proactivity
- Restaurant Operation
- Team Leadership
- Personal Integrity
- Receiving Procedures
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Hospitality
- Food & Beverage
- Management & Leadership
- Sous Chef
- Chefs
- Chefs and Head Cooks
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