Senior Sous Chef

6 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada The Whalesbone Oyster House on Bank Street Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Senior Sous Chef Job Description

About Us:

At The Whalesbone Oyster House, we are committed to excellence in every dish, every service, and every guest interaction. Whether it's sourcing the best local ingredients, training passionate team members, or creating memorable dining experiences, our focus is always on delivering quality with energy and intention.

Our restaurants celebrate bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and authentic cooking techniques, all served in an elevated yet approachable environment. We are proud of the teams that fuel our success—driven, creative individuals who work hard, take pride in their craft, and thrive in high-energy, collaborative kitchens.

Position Overview: Senior Sous Chef

The Senior Sous Chef is the second-in-command in the kitchen and a key leadership role supporting the Chef de Cuisine. This position combines hands-on culinary execution with strong managerial responsibilities. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for supervising day-to-day operations, ensuring consistency across all stations, mentoring junior leaders, and stepping into the Chef de Cuisine role when required.

Key Responsibilities:

· - Support the Chef de Cuisine in leading the BOH team and enforcing kitchen standards

· - Oversee service execution, ensuring food meets all quality and presentation expectations

· - Train, mentor, and coach junior sous chefs, chefs de partie, and line cooks

· - Assist with menu development and execution of seasonal dishes and specials

· - Manage ordering, receiving, and inventory control in collaboration with CDC

· - Monitor labor, food cost, and waste control to maximize profitability

· - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times

· - Act as acting CDC when required, ensuring smooth operations and leadership continuity

· - Communicate effectively with FOH managers to support seamless guest experiences

The Role:

As Senior Sous Chef, you are a role model in the kitchen—balancing leadership with collaboration, execution with oversight. You inspire discipline, consistency, and growth in your team, while ensuring that standards are never compromised.

Qualifications

· - Minimum 3–5 years of culinary leadership experience in fine dining

· - Proven ability to manage staff, delegate tasks, and drive results in a high-pressure environment

· - Advanced technical cooking and plating skills with attention to detail

· - Strong organizational and time management skills

· - Experience with scheduling, ordering, and inventory management

· - Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred

· - Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

· - Competitive salary with advancement potential

· - Mentorship from senior leadership and opportunities for growth to CDC level

· - Exposure to menu development and innovation within a respected restaurant group

· - Staff meals and dining discounts

· - A professional, supportive kitchen culture

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 – 44 per week

Benefits:

  • Discounted or free food

Experience:

  • Culinary: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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