Sous Chef

Job Description Our restaurant is searching for a creative and motivated sous chef to join our talented kitchen team. In this position, you will act as the second in command in our kitchen, following and enforcing our executive chef’s requirements and guidelines. Our ideal candidate is a creative professional who is willing to participate in creating delicious seasonal menus and meal designs. Your duties will include recruiting new employees, responding to customer issues, and developing new menu options. You should have excellent communication skills with in-depth knowledge of several cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes. A sous chef is responsible for planning and managing food preparation in restaurant kitchens. Known as the assistant to the head chef or the head chef’s second in command, these skilled individuals perform a range of duties including planning menus, training new staff, and recording inventory. Job Details Hiring Organization Pizzeria Libretto Post Name Sous Chef Qualification Any Graduate Industry Private Employment Type Full Time Work Hours 8 Hours Salary CAD 3500 To CAD 4000 Per Month Location Toronto, Ontario, Canada M6J 2Z8 About Organization After drawing inspiration from the Neapolitan pizza tradition native to Naples, Pizzeria Libretto opened its Ossington location. Committed to delivering a true southern Italian experience, we were one of the first restaurants in Toronto to proudly serve VPN-certified pizza within the strict guidelines laid out by the Napoli government. As Pizzeria Libretto has expanded to four locations around Toronto and evolved our menus to include new ingredients and cooking styles, Executive Chef Rocco Agostino remains rooted in the belief that food should be simple and made with passion, while embracing the fruitful land and community values that Canadians hold dear. Responsibilities Develop new menu options based on seasonal changes and customer demand. Assist with the preparation and planning of meal designs. Ensure that kitchen activities operate in a timely manner. Resolve customer problems and concerns personally. Monitor and record inventory, and if necessary, order new supplies. Provide support to junior kitchen employees with various tasks including line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating. Recruit and train new kitchen employees to meet restaurant and kitchen standards. Create schedules for kitchen employees and evaluate their performance. Adhere to and implement sanitation regulations and safety regulations. Skills & Requirements A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role. Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices. Good understanding of MS Office and restaurant software programs. Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures. Management skills. Familiarity with the industry's best practices. Teamwork-oriented with outstanding leadership abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Benefits You Can Be Creative.  You Can Work for Yourself.  There Are Great Salary Opportunities. You Work with Talented People.  It Can Be Unstable.  You Will Work Long, Difficult Hours.  Starting Salaries Are Low.

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