Sous-Chef

Sous-Chef

YMCA Camp Elphinstone

1760 YMCA Road

Gibsons, BC

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Rate of Pay: $30/hour

Position Status: Seasonal Contract, Full time

Terms: February – November 2023

(Fulltime, 5 shifts a week, must be flexible)

Opportunity for casual shifts December 2023 – February 2024

Reports To: Food Services Supervisor

Nature & Scope

The Sous-Chef assists the Food Services Supervisor in leading the kitchen staff team in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals for up to 550 people per day while maintaining a well-organized and sanitary kitchen area.

Responsibilities

· Preparation and cooking for high volumes of guests ensuring meals are served on time

· Following proper procedures for cooking and handling food

· Safe preparation and cooking for guests with allergies and dietary restrictions

· Maintaining an organized, clean kitchen

· Making sure daily and weekly cleaning checklists are completed

· Leading the kitchen team in the absence of the Food Services Supervisor

· Assisting the Food Services Supervisor with scheduling, supply inventory, and supply orders

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C

· Food Safe level 1

· WHIMIS Certification an asset

· Significant experience working in a kitchen, preferably a camp environment

· Strong communication, interpersonal, and organization skills

· Strong knowledge of allergies and dietary restriction safety and management

· Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment

· Ability to work with minimal supervision

· Ability to stand for a long period of time and lift up to 50 pounds