Company Operating Name: Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto
Address: 1 Habour Square, 38th Floor, Toronto Ontario, M5J 1A6
E-mail: daniele@donalfonsotoronto.com
Phone Number: 647-561-4107
Title of Job: Junior Sous Chef
Term of Employment: Full-time, Permanent
Wage: $21.50/hour
Language of Work: English
Don Alfonso 1890 is an internationally recognized, award-winning concept with locations in Italy, New Zealand, China, and now Toronto. Since receiving a Michelin Star in the inaugural Michelin Guide – Toronto 2022, Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto (“Don Alfonso Toronto”) is Toronto’s most internationally acclaimed restaurant. Don Alfonso is the only North American location of world -enowned Michelin Star Chefs Alfonso and Ernesto Iaccarino.
Don Alfonso Toronto has been recognized with a number of prolific national and international awards and honours. In addition to receiving the notable Michelin Star, Don Alfonso has been recognized as the Best Italian Restaurant in the World – Outside of Italy; Meal of the Year by 50 Top Italy, Gambero Rosso’s “Best New Restaurant in the World”, the DiRoNA – Distinguished Restaurants of North America, La Liste Best Italian Restaurant in Canada and in the Top Ten of Restaurants in Canada, and more.
Our cuisine – led by Chefs Ernesto and Alfonso Iaccarino – showcases the flavours of the Amalfi Coast and is characterized by its modernity, Mediterranean flare, and the exceptional quality of the raw materials used. Every dish served in the restaurant is carefully researched and contains the purest of ingredients. Our aim is that every dish is paid the utmost amount of attention and is executed with confidence. When it comes to staffing our culinary team, the importance of experience and knowledge cannot be emphasized enough.
As Don Alfonso Toronto embarks upon it’s one-year of operation, the demands of the restaurant continue to grow, and the international acclaim continues to rise. It is imperative that our team is staffed with the most experienced and well-trained individuals. Each team member at Don Alfonso is incredibly valued for their knowledge, skill, and relevant experience.
At this time, Don Alfonso Toronto is looking to hire a Junior Sous-Chef. The role a Junior Sous-Chef is crucial to the smooth operation of the kitchen. We are looking for an individual who has the ability to lead, strong communication and organizational skills, and extensive culinary knowledge.
Responsibilities of a Junior Sous-Chef at Don Alfonso Toronto:
•Supervise activities of other kitchen workers;
•Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff;
•May assist in the preparation and cooking of meals or specialty foods;
•May assist in the creation of new recipes;
•May assist in ensuring that the quality standard of food and service is based on the company culture and traditional Italian and Mediterranean cuisine
•Consult with executive chefs for feedback and improvement;
•May requisition food and kitchen supplies; and
•Other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.
Skills and Qualifications of a Junior Sous-Chef at Don Alfonso Toronto:
•12+ years of experience in the hospitality industry;
•Post-secondary culinary education from an accredited educational institution;
•Knowledge and experience of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine;
•Excellent communication skills;
•Enthusiastic team player; and
•Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
The ideal candidate is adaptable, flexible, patient, and organized. The ideal candidate must have exceptional and outstanding knowledge that is necessary to execute the highly detailed and complex recipes at Don Alfonso Toronto. The ideal candidate also has a genuine interest and passion for the culinary arts.
This is a full-time position with a fixed salary of $21.50/hour, non-inclusive of gratuities. The candidate must be available for emergency coverages on other shifts, as per the needs of the Restaurant.
By applying to this position, you are confirming that you possess either a Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Resident Status, or a valid Work Permit. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your application.
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to Chef Daniele Corona at daniele@donalfonsotoronto.com.
Thank you for your interest. Please note that only the candidates selected for the interview will be contacted.
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