Why Saunders Farm

Come join our creative team at Saunders Farm! We cultivate fun times, great food and lasting memories. Help us achieve our goal of becoming the most amazing family farm in the world.

As a Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Chef to manage and coordinate the daily operations of the CiderHouse: Pizza Oven restaurant and the kitchen production for retail foods, catered events, and weddings.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and supervising the preparation of dishes according to established recipes and procedures.
• Coordinating the work of the kitchen staff, including assigning tasks, and ensuring that each team member is working efficiently and effectively.
• Working closely with the event team leads to execute the culinary aspects of all catered events & weddings on the farm.
• Communicating with the Event Manager and other event staff to ensure that the culinary aspects of the event are seamlessly integrated with other elements, such as decor and entertainment.
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, including equipment, utensils, and workspaces.
• Ensuring that food quality and presentation meet the standards, and that dishes are prepared and served on time.
• Communicating with the Front of House staff to ensure that the culinary aspects of the restaurant are seamlessly integrated with other elements, such as service and ambiance.
• Monitoring inventory levels and communicating the needs for ordering supplies as needed, and managing food waste and spoilage.
• Ensuring that all food is prepared and served in accordance with food safety and sanitation regulations, and that the kitchen is in compliance with local health codes.
• Training and mentoring kitchen staff, and providing guidance and feedback on their performance.
• Preparing pizza dough, sauces, and toppings according to established recipes and procedures.
• Stretching and shaping pizza dough by hand to create consistent, even crusts.
• Applying toppings to pizzas in a neat and visually appealing manner, ensuring that each pizza is cooked to perfection.
• Cooking pizzas in the wood-fired oven, monitoring temperatures and adjusting cooking times as needed to ensure optimal results.
• Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure that all orders are completed accurately and efficiently, and that food quality and presentation meet the standards of the restaurant.
• Assisting with other kitchen tasks as needed, such as prepping ingredients, washing dishes, and cleaning kitchen equipment.
• Taking on additional responsibilities and projects as needed to support the smooth operation of the CiderHouse restaurant and farm’s kitchen food production.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience working in a restaurant kitchen, with a strong understanding of kitchen operations and procedures.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ideally in a pizza restaurant or similar establishment.
• The ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and quality
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• A strong work ethic and a commitment to quality and excellence in all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations, with the ability to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure, and to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet the needs of the food and beverage department
• A passion for food and a desire to continuously learn and improve your skills in pizza-making and wood fire oven cooking and grow as a Chef.

Job Type: Full-time
Contract length: 7 months

Salary: $22.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Munster, ON K0A 3P0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Cooking: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-06-02

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