Sous-Chef(fe) - Event Catering and Banquet Service

Sous-Chef(fe) – Event Catering and Banquet Service

Full-time permanent position – Joliette, Quebec

Salary: $22 to $28 per hour, based on experience

Do you enjoy coordinating a team, maintaining high culinary standards, and contributing to the success of memorable events?

The Distinction is looking for an experienced sous-chef or sous-cheffe to support the head chef and oversee culinary operations.

Recognized in Lanaudière for its nine reception rooms and high-end catering service, The Distinction hosts events in its own facilities, with its partners, and at various external locations.

What we offer

• Approximately 35-hour workweek
• Salary of $22 to $28 per hour, based on experience
• Possibility of overtime during the high season, from May to December
• Collective REER with employer contribution
• Reimbursement for physical activities or sports
• Corporate and team activities
• Opportunities for career advancement within a stable and recognized company
• Your role

Under the supervision of the head chef, you will work in collaboration with the kitchen team to ensure the preparation, production, and smooth running of services.

You will coordinate a team of 5 to 10 people and fill in for the head chef when required.

Your main responsibilities

• Plan and oversee production according to menus, schedules, and number of guests
• Ensure the quality, consistency, and presentation of dishes
• Coordinate the team, assign tasks, and oversee operations
• Participate in scheduling management
• Welcome, train, and support team members
• Place orders and participate in stock and inventory management
• Control portions, production costs, and losses
• Apply and enforce hygiene and sanitation standards
• Supervise the management of allergies and dietary restrictions
• Contribute to the development and improvement of menus
• Ensure the smooth running of events in our facilities, with our partners, or at external locations
• Take charge of operations in the absence of the head chef

Desired profile

• 3 to 5 years of experience in professional kitchens
• DEP in culinary arts or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Experience as a sous-chef or in a position with similar responsibilities
• Experience in supervising a kitchen team
• Experience in catering, banquet, event catering, or high-volume environments
• Ability to develop new menus
• Knowledge of hygiene, sanitation, and allergy management standards
• Ability to plan production and manage orders and inventories
• Leadership, autonomy, and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain effective during busy periods
• Collaborative spirit, diligence, and attention to detail
• Schedule and travel

The schedule may include day, evening, and weekend shifts, depending on events.

The position requires availability to work at the main site, with our partners, and at external events.

Interested in joining us?

Submit your resume to rh@distinction.qc.ca

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

The Distinction is committed to employment equity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Employment type: Full-time, Permanent

Compensation: $22.00 to $28.00 per hour

Location: On-site