Sous Chef

Employer: 1100923 B.C. Ltd. (D.B.A. Northern Motor Inn)

Northern Motor Inn is a locally established accommodation provider located in Thornhill, British Columbia, serving tourists, business travelers, workers, and visitors to Terrace and the surrounding areas. In addition to providing comfortable and affordable accommodation, we are committed to providing consistent and quality food service to our guests and local customers.

We are currently seeking an experienced and skilled Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The successful candidate will take a senior role in the day-to-day kitchen operations, including food preparation, menu planning, quality control, staff supervision and training, inventory management, and food cost control. The Sous Chef will work closely with management to maintain consistent food quality, efficient kitchen operations, and high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Work Location: 3086 16 Highway East, Thornhill, BC V8G 3N5

Position Title: Sous Chef

Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent

Estimated Starting Date: As Soon As Possible
Position Available: 1

Wage: $38.67 per hour

Work Hours: 30 – 40 hours per week

Benefits: 4 % Vacation Pay or 10 Business Days of Paid Vacation

Responsibility:

·         Supervise and coordinate cooks and kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and consistent service for hotel guests, local customers, and other restaurant patrons;

·         Prepare and oversee a variety of Western and Asian dishes, including daily specials, soups, sauces, meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and other restaurant menu items;

·         Train and guide kitchen staff in cooking techniques, food preparation, portioning, presentation, equipment use, and established kitchen standards;

·         Develop new recipes and work with management to plan and update regular menus and daily specials based on the restaurant’s operational needs;

·         Plan and coordinate kitchen preparation for the hotel’s banquet and event services, including corporate meetings, private celebrations, weddings, and other group functions;

·         Oversee food preparation and presentation for à-la-carte, set-menu, buffet, and catered functions, ensuring that regular restaurant service and scheduled events are properly supported;

·         Determine ingredient and food requirements for restaurant and banquet operations, requisition kitchen supplies, and monitor inventory to maintain sufficient stock and minimize waste;

·         Work closely with hotel management to coordinate restaurant and banquet kitchen operations, kitchen staffing requirements, menu requirements, and food preparation schedules to support both daily service and special events.

Qualification:

·         Completion of secondary school is usually required;

·         Cook’s trade certification or equivalent credentials, training and experience are required;

·         A minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial food preparation is required, including at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory kitchen role;

·         Ability to communicate effectively in English.

How to Apply:

Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to Chaeung Byun at info.northerninn@gmail.com with the subject line: “Full-time Sous Chef Position – Northern Motor Inn.”

Please note that multiple submissions by one individual for this position will not be considered. Submissions will be reviewed, and candidates who we believe may be a good addition to our team will be contacted.

Inquiries: E-mail only, please.

Northern Motor Inn respects equity and diversity within its community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.