Job Description

Initially opened in 1930 as “Eaton’s Seventh Floor,” French architect Jacques Carlu designed the Carlu. Now recognized as one of Toronto’s best examples of Art Moderne architecture, The Carlu has been designated as a National Historic Site of Canada and has played host to royalty on several occasions. As the preferred space for high profile social fetes, conventions, and corporate celebrations. In 2003, the space at 444 Yonge St. in College Park reopened as “The Carlu” event venue after an extensive restoration.

What's in it for you?

• Shared gratuities
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal day
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage
• Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our employee assistance program
• Group life and disability insurance
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• RRSP matching
• Employee referral program
• Professional development fund
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Our Sous Chefs have a proven track record of cooking in a demanding environment as well as experience in recruiting, training, development and overall management of their cooks. Our Sous Chefs are hands on with cooking and managing their teams.

The day to day:

• Collaborate with clients and the Chef de Cuisine to design seasonal, balanced, and cost-effective menus tailored to weddings, galas, corporate events, and more
• Execute client menu tastings with professionalism and attention to detail
• Lead all back-of-house operations for events, ensuring timely prep, smooth service, and clean, organized execution from start to finish
• Write production sheets and prep lists; manage inventory, receiving, and quality control
• Ensure all necessary supplies, ingredients, and resources are ordered and available in advance
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and safety in all aspects of production
• Recruit, train, schedule, and lead a team of event cooks; provide clear direction, feedback, and ongoing coaching
• Work closely with FOH managers and service teams to ensure smooth coordination and an exceptional guest experience
• Monitor and manage food and labour costs to ensure fiscal responsibility across all events
• Foster a culture that celebrates food, collaboration, and service excellence
• Lead kitchen team briefings and event-specific service meetings
• Represent O&B’s culinary brand with professionalism and integrity during tastings, client meetings, and high-profile functions
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen at all times
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support the success of the team and business.

Qualifications

• Previous Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in a similar environment
• Passion for food & culinary excellence
• High level of integrity
• Discipline and vision
• Ability to build and nurture relationships; strong team leadership and interpersonal skills
• Reputation for paying fanatical attention to detail
• Drive and takes initiative
• Exceptional communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Performs well in a performance based culture
• Is very hands on and motivates by setting the example
• Available weekends, evenings and holidays as needed
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000

AI Disclosure

To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation

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