Sous Chef

Job title: Sous Chef

Job description: Please note that this recruitment is for one (1) temporary, full-time appointment for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension for a period of up to 24 months.

The University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus is excited to announce the launch of our new Food Service Program. We are committed to sustainability, local purchasing, environmentally friendly practices, and global social responsibility. We are searching for a dynamic innovator who will help us build and shape this program from the ground up.

Reporting to the Manager, Student Experience, the incumbent will provide culinary leadership through the process and oversight of culinary operations. The role will drive quality through a systemic approach to operational excellence. The position will assist with the co-ordination of kitchen production, catering production and VIP menus and events. Specific responsibilities include: assisting in product equipment selection while monitoring, daily, a large diverse number of incoming products from various suppliers to ensure compliance with departmental specifications and government regulatory boards. The position is responsible for operational management, food production and cooking, fiscal management/inventory purchasing, employee selection, training and teambuilding and research & development for products and equipment.

Requirements of the position include: Three-year Community College diploma in a related field (i.e. Certified Chef de Cuisine) and three years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working in the culinary field at a supervisory level and Canadian Red Seal for Cook preferred. Additional requirements include: exceptional creativity and artistic skills; strong leadership and mentoring skills; exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and computer literacy. The successful candidate must be able to work flexible shifts. Continuous industry involvement is required to obtain an awareness and working knowledge of current and emerging culinary trends.

Classification P03

At the University of Guelph, fostering a is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

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