Line Cook/Sous Chef

Job Overview

Heart's Tavern (Kimberley, ON) is seeking a dedicated and experienced line cook / sous chef to join and grow, share and learn with our team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. Pay will be based on experience, with opportunities to grow. If you are considering locating to the area please let us know as we can work with the right candidate to find accomodation.

About Heart's Tavern

• Opened Spring 2021, placing sixth in Air Canada enRoute's 2022 list of best new restaurants
• Regularly updated seasonal menus serving European fare with a focus on local suppliers (including our own garden)
• In house pickling, curing, smoking, butchery
• Wine cellar with a focus on independent suppliers and small scale producers
• Patio, dining room, wine cellar and bar seating

Job Title:

Line Cook/ Sous Chef

Main Purpose of the Job:

Support the chef in preparation of the menu, specialty food items and assist kitchen staff to achieve the high standards expected of the restaurant.

Reports to:

Chef, General Manager, Service Manager

Responsibilities

• Execute menu items according to Company specifications in both prep and line areas.
• Assist culinary operations on a shift basis under the guidance of the Chef to ensure a clean, organised and successful kitchen with a focus quality control.
• Ensure the hygiene standard of the kitchen and supporting areas remain high through the development of adequate protocols.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and work.
• Assist in the recruitment and selection of new staff.
• Provide new staff with assistance as required.
• Under the direction of the head chef, ensure standards are consistently met, including but not limited to; portion sizes, recipes, stock control
• Offer ideas to the chef on menu items.
• Learn how to demonstrate new dishes in a seasonal and ever changing menu and ensure all front of house staff are fully briefed on all dishes leaving the kitchen
• In collaboration with the chef, ensure a rotating and nutritious meal is prepared for all staff on duty
• Assist in recording stock and organizing inventory to meet business needs.
• Communicate stock inventory with the head chef and the rest of the kitchen team in a clear and on a consistent basis
• Communicate any customer complaints and provide feedback to the head chef and/or general manager/ service manager, ensuring high levels of customer service can be upheld.
• Assist in observance of the restaurant's health and safety procedures including but not limited to; first aid, injury reporting, documenting incidents/ accidents, public health standards etc.
• Assist the chef to make sure that proper procedures are followed when a kitchen employee gets injured at work and assisting in a safe return to work is made available, if applicable.
• Maintain clear, kind and professional communication with all staff and guests, in line with the company’s code of conduct (see employee manual).
• Assist the Chef as required and handle other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience cooking in a high performing restaurant setting
• Strong communication skills to effectively take part in kitchen operations
• Knowledge of hospitality industry standards and practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Food Handler’s Certificate (company will provide as required)
• Ontario Health & Safety Training (4 courses provided by company as required)

Working Conditions:

• This position will require standing for long periods.
• This position will require lifting of equipment and appliances.
• This position requires evenings and weekends.
• This position requires working in hot and cold conditions
• This position requires some customer facing interaction (open kitchen)

Join us as we strive to create memorable dining experiences for our guests while fostering a supportive team atmosphere!

Talk to us if you are interested in relocating from Toronto or surrounding areas as we can help facilitate a move/accomodation for the right candidate.

https://heartsgreycounty.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person