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Sous Chef - Production, CateringOliver & Bonacini Events • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Sous Chef - Production, Catering

Sous Chef - Production, Catering

Oliver & Bonacini Events • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Job Description

The Oliver & Bonacini Events team provides full-service catering and event management services for corporate entertaining, galas and fundraisers, social events, weddings, receptions and business breakfast/luncheons. The Sous Chef, Catering is accountable for supporting the preparation and execution of high quality menus for all off-site catering events.

The day to day:

  • Work with the Off-Site Catering Chef with to prepare a variety of balanced, attractive and cost effective menu options
  • Prepare appropriate recipes & ensure that all required supplies, resources and materials are purchased, ordered and available when needed
  • Execute client menu tastings and assist the execution for all offsite catering events, ensuring that all required preparation, delivery, set-up, service, and take down responsibilities are properly and efficiently executed
  • Perform all types of high volume food production and preparation duties
  • Shows leadership in creating a culture that revolves around the experience and enjoyment of food and cooking
  • Follows production sheets and production lists, perform various inventory, receiving and quality control tasks, consistently monitoring kitchen operations and cleanliness
  • Build and maintain relationships with team members and front of house management alike, reinforcing the O&B values daily
  • Work with the Off-Site Catering Chef to ensure fiscal responsibility for food and labour costs for each event
  • Assist with recruitment and selection, training and development initiatives as well as scheduling, performance management and employee coaching
  • Maintain excellent client and employee communications and relations to continuously improve the quality of provided services, resolve problems, and facilitate the acceptance and implementation of new services.
  • Assist with staff briefings and meetings
  • Demonstrates high personal integrity, business ethics and takes every opportunity to promote O&B’s Catering services
  • Other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

  • Minimum of two (2) years progressive experience as a Catering Chef or Sous Chef with extensive culinary training and proven depth and breadth of food knowledge and trends
  • Proven effective supervisory skills, knowledge of food preparation, food costing and quality control procedures
  • Prior work experience in a high volume production setting with experience in off-site catering, and kitchen management
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required to effectively motivate, direct, and lead assigned employees, and work closely with clients.
  • Proficient in performing many tasks simultaneously while at the same time making sure all details are properly addressed in those tasks
  • A dedication to understanding & exceeding customer expectations. A high energy level or sense of urgency in carrying out assigned tasks.
  • Strong business acumen; organized and methodical team-oriented worker
  • Self-starter, flexible, and able to work independently; ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects
  • A valid Driver’s Licence
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada


Additional Information

This is a current vacancy

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000

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Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.

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