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Sous-chef

@ Frind Estate Winery

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West Kelowna, British Columbia

Full-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Frind Estate Winery is hiring a full-time sous-chef to lead kitchen operations on site. The role supervises 5-10 kitchen staff, plans menus, manages food costs and inventory, and prepares meals for events such as banquets and weddings. The posting requires 3 to less than 5 years of experience and a valid driver's licence and own vehicle.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan menus and ensure food quality standards
  • Supervise cooks and kitchen staff
  • Prepare and cook meals for events and banquets
  • Manage food costs, inventory and requisitions
  • Train staff in cooking and food handling

Requirements summary:

  • 3 to less than 5 years of experience
  • Cook Red Seal Certificate
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Valid driver's licence and own vehicle
  • Leadership and excellent oral communication

Tools & skills

SalesCookingCreate new recipesPlan menusFood allergiesFood safetyFood handlingRed SealBakery productsValid driver's licenceCope with pressureAttention to detailLeadershipCommunication skills
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Employer posting date
2026-11-09
First seen by our source
2026-11-14
Source record updated
2026-11-14

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentFood & beverage
Experience3+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 132 lb · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsCook Trade Certification, Safe Food Handling certificate, Cook Red Seal Certificate, Food Safety Certificate, Valid driver's licence
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedTransit support

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Job description
Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

  • Hot

Work setting

  • Restaurant
  • Café
  • Bakery

Ranks of chefs

  • Sous-chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
  • Estimate labour costs
  • Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
  • Analyze operating costs and other data
  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
  • Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
  • Create new recipes
  • Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
  • Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
  • Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
  • Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
  • Requisition food and kitchen supplies
  • Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
  • Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
  • Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
  • Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
  • Food safety/handling skills

Supervision

  • 5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

  • Cook Trade Certification
  • Safe Food Handling certificate
  • Cook Red Seal Certificate
  • Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Food specialties

  • Bakery goods and desserts
  • Eggs and dairy
  • Fish and seafood
  • Meat, poultry and game
  • Stocks, soups and sauces
  • Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

  • Own transportation
  • Own vehicle
  • Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Physically demanding
  • Attention to detail

Weight handling

  • Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability

  • Leadership
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Flexibility
  • Initiative
  • Organized
  • Reliability
  • Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

  • Free parking available

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