Position: Sous Chef
Salary Range: $55-60k
Reports to: Executive Chef
Location of work: Elisa, Vancouver, BC
Elisa is an elegant and modern steakhouse breaks the old-school mold and highlights a vibrant see-and-be-seen destination restaurant. Anchored by an open show kitchen and a Grillworks Infierno as the centre piece, the menu features premium cuts of beef, sustainable seafood, and seasonal produce — all locally sourced.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Sous Chef will operate as a member of the management team, supporting the creation and exemplary service of outstanding food, and for the daily supervision and production of culinary operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Other duties may be assigned as required)
- Assume responsibility for kitchen management in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine, and act as opening or closing manager
- Support the hiring, training, and scheduling of all culinary team members, including the mentorship and development of culinary team members
- Maintain sanitation standards throughout the kitchen in compliance with Provincial regulations
- Provide input into product ordering, as well as cost control and monitoring
- Ensure food quality in presentation and production are consistently maintained at a premium level
- Coordinate the execution of menu requirements and assist with menu development as required
- Assist with cost control, monitoring and ordering of inventory and liaising with vendors as required
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 2 years of sous chef experience or 2 to 3 years of experience as a senior chef de partie, preferably at a premium, high-volume restaurant
- Equivalent Red Seal certification, a degree in the Culinary Arts or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent interpersonal skills and fluent English communication skills
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and follow through as necessary
- Must possess a passion for food and developing knowledge of all cooking methods
- Food Safe certification
