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Sous Chef

@ The MRG Group

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Vancouver, British Columbia

Full-time2+ years experience
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Overview

The MRG Group is hiring a full-time Sous Chef for its new Gibbons Irish Pub in Vancouver, BC, ahead of a November 2026 opening. The role runs daily kitchen line operations, coaches the culinary team, and supports food cost, labour and inventory control. Competitive base salary plus gratuity tips is offered.

Responsibilities:

  • Run daily kitchen line operations and food production
  • Coach and develop the culinary team
  • Manage food costs, labour, and inventory control
  • Set up cleaning, maintenance, and FIFO storage routines
  • Train staff on standardized recipes and company standards

Requirements summary:

  • 2-4 years in a similar kitchen leadership role
  • Valid FoodSafe Level 1 (Level 2 an asset)
  • Strong computer skills: POS, Excel, Word, email
  • Excellent written and oral communication
  • Physical ability to stand, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs

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Employer posting date
2026-10-27
First seen by our source
2026-11-14
Source record updated
2026-11-14

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentHospitality & tourism
Experience2+ years
Management experience2+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleevening
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer low
Licences & certificationsFoodSafe Level 1

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Sous Chef, Gibbons Irish Pub

Vancouver, BC

The MRG Group

Who We Are

They say you can’t buy happiness, but you can buy a round at Gibbons—and that’s pretty close. An elevated pub without the fuss: solid pours, honest food, and a welcoming room full of friends you haven’t met yet. From the first whistle to last call, Gibbons is where the neighbourhood comes together. Sláinte.

Founded in 2008, The MRG Group is Canada’s largest independent entertainment company, specializing in live entertainment, hospitality, ticketing, travel, and digital media.

Who You Are

As Sous Chef, you will step up as the right hand in the kitchen, running daily line operations and helping set the tone for our new Vancouver location. You’ll be hands-on on the line every shift, bringing the success of our Toronto dishes to life in this incredible new venue.

You take genuine pride in serving up great pub food, fostering a collaborative team culture (with good craic!), and have the drive to take true operational ownership of the kitchen.

We are looking for the right individual to join us prior to opening to help build our team, shape our upcoming launch, and champion the MRG values we live by every day.

Anticipated Venue Opening November 2026

What You’ll Do

  • Motivate, develop and coach the culinary team to high standards.
  • Oversee daily kitchen operations and food production.
  • Support and drive culinary financial metrics, including labor, food costs and inventory control.
  • Collaborate on menu pricing strategies, brand positioning and seasonal adjustments based on ingredient costs and sales mix.
  • Develop and implement standardized recipes and presentation techniques, training regional teams alongside the Executive Chef and Regional Chef.
  • Establish and enforce regular cleaning and maintenance schedules for all kitchen areas and equipment.
  • Conduct inventory counts, maintain par levels and ensure proper storage using FIFO principles.
  • Lead with a positive, guest first approach and deliver ongoing training aligned with company standards.
  • Assist with recruiting, onboarding and maintaining optimal kitchen staffing levels.
  • Maintain standard processes for menu and recipe changes in coordination with company procedures.
  • Foster a kitchen culture focused on minimizing waste.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring

  • Culinary passion!
  • Minimum 2-4 years of experience in a similar kitchen leadership role.
  • Valid FoodSafe Level 1 required (Level 2 an asset).
  • Strong computer proficiency, including POS systems, Excel, Word, and email management.
  • Excellent attention to detail with a passion for providing "Positive Shareable Experiences."
  • Exceptional interpersonal and professional communication skills (written and oral).
  • Flexibility to adjust quickly to changing priorities in an evolving environment.
  • High degree of professionalism (punctuality, strong work ethic, teamwork, clean presentation).
  • Physical ability to reach, bend, stoop, stand for extended periods, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs.

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive compensation, including base salary plus gratuity tips.
  • Opportunities for growth in a dynamic, fast-paced organization.
  • A collaborative culture that celebrates creativity and innovation.
  • Access to unique experiences across The MRG Group’s diverse portfolio.

Our Commitment

The MRG Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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