SOUS CHEF

Number of Vacancies: 1

Type of Contract: Permanent

Hours of Work: 37.5 Hours/Week

Compensation: $26.93- $28.02

Job Code: 2-MFS-2026

Start Date: TBD

Department: At The Table

Location: Hamilton, ON

ABOUT US

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities.

YWORK FOR US?

Grounded in our core values of intersectional feminism, people-centered approaches, belonging, shared responsibility and strong partnerships, our work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be created together. YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community.

AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET

• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
• Childcare discounts
• Opportunities to get involved in our community
• A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies)

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team!

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Sous Chef leads daily operations, ensure food quality and safety standards, provides leadership in the kitchen for YWCA's food services, stepping in for the Chef Manager as needed. Demonstrates a strong commitment to developing and delivering high-quality food services and hospitality.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Plans and directs daily food preparation and cooking activities in the YWCA Café and catering;

· Leads weekend food service for transitional housing services;

· Estimates food requirements, orders products, monitors and improves inventory control process;

· Prepares and cooks for the Café and catering services, filling in production gaps where required;

· Instructs cooks in preparation, garnishing and presentation of food and new cooking techniques demonstrates new equipment;

· Plans menus and updates all recipes to ensures quality of food and portion control;

· Ensures proper safety and sanitation in kitchen;

· Ensures proper equipment operations and maintenance;

· Supervises and trains staff as required;

· Ensure compliance with the Health Protection and Promotion Act;

· Works safely, reports all workplace hazards and follows all YWCA Hamilton Health and Safety policies and procedures;

· Nurtures and forms meaningful internal and external working relationships and partnerships;

· Understands emerging trends, leading practices, industry professional standards;

· Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;

· Performs other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

· Works 37.50 hours work week;

· Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 25 kg, bending and stooping;

· Work schedule includes days, afternoons, evenings and weekends;

· Travel may be required within the Hamilton and Halton Region.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Completion of 2 years’ college in Culinary Arts or equivalent academic and/or work experience;

· Minimum 3 years’ hospitality experience, with a minimum of 1 year of kitchen supervision experience;

· Catering experience is an asset;

· Must have Safe Food Handling certificate; understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP);

· Must have menu planning, costing and budget experience;

· Must provide a current Criminal Record Judicial Matters Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;

· Must have current Standard First Aid and CPR C certificate or willingness to obtain at own cost;

· Valid Class G Driver’s License is required;

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to lead under pressure;

· Ability to work with a feminist, anti-racist/anti-oppressive perspective;

· Must be available to work weekends as well as the ability to work various shifts including days, afternoons, evenings and weekends.

As part of YWCA Hamilton’s commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, if you require accommodation please reach out to [email protected]

Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered. YWCA Hamilton may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.