Second chef

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: French
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work site environment

• Hot

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Hotel, motel, resort
• Bakery

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Cook Trade Certification

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Government programs

• Recognized employer

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Shift

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site housing options
• Parking available
• Wellness program

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth