Sous-Chef - Food Services

Sous – Chef – Food Services

Posting #: 4126 Posting Date: 07/09/2025 Posting Closing: 07/16/2025 4:00 PM

Have you heard of us?

Wesley is a long-standing local non-profit and a certified Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) employer. We are passionate about assisting people struggling with poverty. Our work is focused on children and family programs, housing & homelessness, and resettling newcomers to Canada in Hamilton, Halton, and Brantford.

We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies are integral to our mission and practices. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.

All members of our organization are expected to embrace and actively participate in our EDI initiatives. By joining our team, you will be contributing to an environment that promotes equity, respect, and inclusion for all.

Are you the one we’re looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Sous-Chef who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness, and empowerment; to our clients, families, and each other.

The Sous-Chef works as part of a team to deliver First Start Catering services and maintain kitchen operations as outlined by the Chef and Food Services Manager. The Sous-Chef must be able to independently create recipes and execute catering activities with support from the Chef.

This position is a unionized, temporary position to cover a leave until September 21, 2025, with the possibility of extension. Start date as soon as possible. The rate of pay is $23.93 per hour, 40 hours per week. Shifts include weekdays and weekends, and will occasionally require early mornings or evenings.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain a positive attitude and professional environment, following all Wesley policies and Public Health guidelines to meet the goals and standards of Wesley and the First Start Catering social enterprise


2. Plan and execute diverse catering services and meals, in collaboration with the Chef, kitchen staff, volunteers and clients


3. Create recipes showcasing global flavours and adapt menu to customer needs (e.g., variety, cost, presentation) 


4. Independently and collaboratively prepare catering and meal services with exceptional quality in a timely and cost-effective manner


5. Follow processes to maintain smooth kitchen operations including recipe documentation, inventory management, deep cleaning, and training others


6. Provide friendly customer service to clients and customers and deliver in-person serving (e.g., buffet, plated) as required


7. Support continuous improvement and implement changes based on feedback as directed by the Chef and Food Services Manager


8. Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and organizational development activities 


9. Maintain a safe working environment, by practicing food safety, cleaning practices, and proper use/maintenance of equipment 


10. Other duties as required

What you will bring:

1. High school graduate or GED diploma required; post-secondary culinary education an asset


2. Minimum 3 years of cooking experience in high volume kitchen or small/busy restaurant environment; must have well-rounded experience in various workstations and responsibilities; catering experience an asset


3. Strong knowledge of best practices and all applicable standards and legislation related to the food industry


4. Safe Food Handlers Certificate and First Aid/CPR required


5. Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods

Invest in Yourself as we Invest in You! Wesley offers…

• A positive work culture that prioritizes all staff having an opportunity to contribute


• A supportive team that will empower you to achieve great milestones! 


• Fun and engaging organizational events such as our Staff Appreciation Event


• Professional development and training opportunities
  


• Employee Assistance Program Available Immediately 


• Employee Discounts 

Please Apply Via: Our Wesley Bamboo Portal:

1. Click on this link: https://wesley.bamboohr.com/jobs/


2. From there you can access all of Wesley’s job postings 

Wesley is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. More information about Wesley can be found on our website at www.wesley.ca.