Executive Sous Chef
The Epicurean Restaurant is located in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake. Reopened in 2016 under new ownership-with a new staff and an exquisitely renovated inside dining room and a casual tucked-away, 100-seat open-air garden patio covered by a butternut tree during the summer. We offer mainly international cuisine _a la carte _menu, serving great seasonal food and phenomenal local Niagara region wines.
_ What We Have to Offer _
Competitive salary, according to experience
Open year-round
Compatible work-team environment
Gorgeous work setting with stylish, casual décor.
_ Job Description _
We are looking to hire a highly skilled and experienced Executive Sous Chef to lead, oversee, and manage our kitchen operations and staff. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Training the kitchen staff, line cooks, and sous chefs
Providing ongoing, constructive feedback and coaching
Inspecting the food and overseeing the health and safety standards of the kitchen
Cooking dishes yourself during rushes
Preparing dishes for restaurant special events
Acting as an influential team leader for those working with you
Maintaining a high-level of cleanliness, and lead-by-example the proper food handling techniques
Keeping a healthy and positive work outlook and restaurant/kitchen environment.
_ Qualifications & Experience Required _
Culinary Arts Degree/Certificate, or equivalent kitchen experience
Two or more years' experience as a Sous Chef, preferably in a senior role
Exceptional interpersonal communication, leadership, and coaching skills.
The Epicurean is dedicated to providing our clientele-including our own staff-a casual, warm, contemporary atmosphere, great seasonal cuisine, excellent service, phenomenal wines, and fresh food that is locally produced and exquisitely prepared by our talented culinary team. During the summer, there are 100 patio seats gorgeously covered by a butternut tree.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
10 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Supplemental pay types:
Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
executive sous chef: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person