Sous Chef - Delphine at Claramount Club
A Sous Chef acts as the Executive Chef’s second-in-command, leading daily kitchen operations, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality food production. They supervise food preparation, train staff, manage inventory, and step in to lead during the head chef's absence. This role is vital for maintaining food standards, safety, and efficiency.
The minimum amount of experience for this position is 4 years of a senior management or in sous chef equivalent role.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Sous Chef to join our opening team at Delphine at Claramount Club. Delphine is a new and exciting fine dining restaurant located in the core of downtown Picton, with a beautifully designed space and open concept kitchen opening in June 2026.
The menu will focus on live fire cooking, raw bar and seafood towers, and seasonally sourced ingredients. The menu will continue to
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about food preparation, cooking, and delivering exceptional food service. As a kitchen and company we take a healthy work environment and working culture seriously, and because of that we also seek individuals to help be a part of that.
This role involves preparing a variety of dishes in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.
This position is a full time position, working 5 days a week. Candidates will be expected to work weekends, holidays, and peak season times.
Please reach out if interested via email and specify which position you are looking for as well as submit a resume with your application.
Duties
- Lead the kitchen team along side the executive chef
- Conduct interviews, training, and hiring for new kitchen staff
- Creating and executing new menu ideas and concepts
- Work within labour cost and food cost levels to align with the businesses goals
- Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards
- Assist in food preparation, including chopping, marinating, and portioning ingredients
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen areas
- Follow proper food handling and safety procedures at all times
- Ensure that all dishes are presented attractively and served promptly
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to management
- Adhere to health and safety regulations, including proper food storage and sanitation practices
Skills
- Menu costing
- Labour costing
- Inventory
- Proven experience in food preparation, cooking, and food service within a restaurant or food industry setting
- Strong knowledge of food handling, safety standards, and sanitation procedures
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Knowledge of meal preparation techniques and culinary best practices
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment and tools used in food industry operations
- Serving experience is a plus, demonstrating ability to engage with customers when necessary
- Passion for delivering high-quality meals and exceptional customer service
This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts to grow their skills within a growing and evolving restaurant environment. We value professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence in every dish served.
Please note that the job ad stats that this is a 5 month contract. Seasonal positions as well as permanent positions will be available. Seasonal positions will end between late September and Mid October, and permanent positions will continue.
Perks
- Health benefits program after 3 months probation
- Gratuity
- On site parking
- Staff meal
- Staff discounts
- Shared living accommodations near by available for a discounted rate for full time staff members
- Referral program
Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
