Chef

Western Canada’s premier food destination, Urban Fare offers great food, unparalleled selections, expert staff and an environment designed to inspire and excite. With a unique assortment of products, Urban Fare’s amazing team of food experts deliver world-class service to customers seeking an exceptional food shopping experience.  Urban Fare is a division of Pattison Food Group Ltd. and certified a Great Place to Work®. 

We are hiring a Sous Chef at our Urban Fare location in Vancouver Area, BC.

Must have open availability and be available to work 40 hours per week

You will be responsible for:

• Leading a team, acting as a coach, mentor, and resource to team members.

• Assisting and providing administrative support for the Head Chef

• Participating and actively leading the production and service for the Restaurant in a set station (prep/production, service case, HMR, Cappuccino Bar).

• Fostering a positive team environment that is focused on Always Customer First service while developing a skilled and motivated culinary team.

• Engaging and retaining team members through training and development, performance management, rewards/recognition and the identification and development of future leaders.

• Assisting the Chef in ordering and effectively controlling all kitchen related costs (food, Labour and packaging).

• Maintaining cleanliness standards throughout Kitchen & Restaurant seating area and lead by example.

• Ensuring that all team members follow standard recipes, focusing on our high standard of taste and presentation.

• Establishing a strong working relationship between the kitchen and service.

• Achieving operational standards (e.g., merchandising, customer service, cleanliness, food safety, receiving, shrink, scheduling, ordering, health and safety).

• Participating and ensuring accurate monthly inventory. 

• Following Company and Store policies and procedures and ensure compliance.

You have:

• Food Safe Certification.

• A passion for great food and providing outstanding customer service.

• A strong work ethic and “let’s get it done” attitude.

• Integrity, enthusiasm, and willingness to Go the Extra Mile.

• Previous leadership experience (considered an asset).

Here are some of the perks we offer:

• Get paid every Friday!

• Exclusive team member offers and discounts.

• Benefits & pension eligibility.

• Wellness and team member assistance program.

• Educational reimbursement & scholarship opportunities.

• Opportunities to learn and grow.

Compensation Details:

The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience, and other factors.

Join our Team!

Come be part of an energetic and inclusive team where we work together to have fun and achieve our goals.  If you are a positive, customer-focused individual, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join our growing team!