Event Day Sous Chef - Part Time - Kitchener Auditorium

Compass Canada•Kitchener, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Seasonal Part Time contractual position at Kitchener Auditorium. Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company. Levy Canada operates in over 200 locations across North America, leveraging creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and a passion for great food to create unforgettable experiences at arenas, convention centres, and entertainment venues. The role involves delivering memorable food and beverage experiences for partners and guests.

Requirements

2 Years Cooking Experience Preferred
Strong background in banquet and catering functions with high-volume production.
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and presentation.
Basic supervisory skills, capable of motivating, leading and developing associates.
Hard-working team player with ability to prioritize effectively.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
Able to work flexible hours to accommodate business needs, may require evening and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

Assist the Culinary Director in the unit, taking over the Culinary Directors' duties in his/her absence.
Assist the Culinary Director with inventories, pricing, cost controls, requisitioning, and issuing supplies and equipment for food production.
Prepare and supervise the culinary team in preparation of a wide variety of foods in addition to sharing food knowledge with the team.
Be directly involved in menu planning and development, operation planning, expenditures, budgeting, costing and maintaining proper inventory levels.
Ensure proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.
Ensure good client relationships are maintained and that the client is satisfied with the service and menu options provided.
Ensure strict compliance with Compass’ Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations.
Coordinate frequent workplace inspections and WHMIS training of all staff and promptly report any workplace accident or incident to head office.
Make recommendations for maintenance, repair and upkeep of the kitchen, its equipment and other areas as appropriate.