Overview
We are seeking a culinary‑qualified Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. This role is the second professionally trained chef in our kitchen, working alongside our Lead Culinary Staff to ensure high‑quality food preparation, safe operations, and compliance with all child‑care food safety standards. The ideal candidate brings both skill and heart to a kitchen that serves children daily.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Support the Lead Culinary Staff in managing daily kitchen operations.
- Prepare meals and snacks in accordance with South East Public Health Unit guidelines and Ministry of Education licensing requirements.
- Demonstrate reliability and professionalism in a fast‑paced institutional kitchen.
- Prepare meals with meticulous attention to detail, including accurate label reading to avoid allergens for children with dietary needs.
- Maintain high-quality food production while ensuring full compliance with health regulations.
- Work effectively under pressure and contribute to a positive, efficient team environment.
Key Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and families.
- Treat children with dignity, respect, and genuine care.
- Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating empathy, integrity, and kindness.
- Collaborate with parents and professionals to support children’s well‑being.
Attributes and Expectations:
- Passion for culinary work and dedication to serving others.
- Commitment to ongoing professional growth; maintain an up‑to‑date Professional - Development Portfolio.
- - Hold and maintain required accreditations:
- - Standard First Aid, CPR, AED
- - Certified Food Handler Training
- - WHMIS, AODA, Health & Safety
- - Up‑to‑date immunizations
- Successfully complete a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
- Formal culinary training or equivalent professional kitchen experience is required.
Benefits:
- Company events that bring our team together and celebrate our victories.
- Dental care to keep those smiles shining.
- Disability and extended health care because we care about your well-being.
- Life insurance because you're a superhero in our eyes.
- On-site parking for easy access.
- Paid time off to recharge and explore.
- Wellness program to keep you feeling fantastic.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.48 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
Flexible language requirement:
Work Location: In person
