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65 King Street East, Hamilton, ON

Utamami Restaurant

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65 King Street East, Hamilton, ON

Sous Chef

Hamilton, ON (view on map)

Posted 2 days ago

Job Description

Job Title: Sous Chef

Management Level: Lower Management

Reporting To: Chef de Cuisine, General Manager or designate 

Salary: $24-26 hourly, + tips, +4% vacation pay

Company Philosophy + Values:
At Utamami, we believe dining is more than a meal, it is a moment of connection. Every dish, every interaction and every detail of our space is crafted to bring people together and create lasting memories, blending the comfort of mom’s Italian cooking with the precision and artistry of Japanese-influenced cuisine. Our team is the heart of the guest experience, and we lead with love approaching every task with joy, intention, and purpose. We treat one another and our guests with genuine respect, knowing it cannot be demanded but must be earned through consistent actions. Passion fuels everything we do, from the care poured into our craft to the energy we bring each day, while equality remains central to who we are; no matter one’s background, income, gender, or identity, everyone deserves to feel welcomed, valued and treated with fairness. Together, these principles shape our values of Love, Equality, Passion and Respect. 

Job Overview:

The Sous Chef at Utamami supports the Chef de Cuisine in leading the kitchen with excellence, creativity and consistency. This role requires a dedicated culinary professional who can uphold the restaurant’s blend of comforting Italian influences and refined Japanese-inspired techniques while fostering a respectful and collaborative work environment.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 - 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen with at least 1 year in a leadership or senior cook position.

• Strong foundation in Japanese, Italian, or fusion cuisine, with demonstrated skill in blending diverse culinary traditions.

• Proficiency in knife skills, cooking techniques, station management and quality control

• Deep understanding of flavour balance, plating aesthetics and presentation during high-volume service

• Support, motivate and mentor line and prep cooks

• Ensure that kitchen operations are up to standards set by The Company. 

• Clearly communicates tasks and duties while giving constructive feedback when necessary

• Maintain awareness for labour costs and food inventory

• Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving and waste reduction

• Ability to execute menu items accurately and consistently according to recipes and standards

• Contribute ideas during menu development and seasonal updates

• Have a strong sense and understanding of dietary restrictions and allergen management 

• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety regulation, HACCP standards and safe kitchen practices

• Enforce sanitation protocols, equipment maintenance routines and health inspections.

• Food Handler Certification required; Red Seal credentials are considering an asset

• Be passionate and proud about hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences through food

• Thrives under pressure with a solution-oriented mindset, remaining adaptable in high-volume service while demonstrating strong composure, emotional control, and the ability to prevent disagreements from affecting service standards.

• Committed to mentorship, fairness, and fostering a respectful and inclusive environment, ensuring impartial decision-making through transparency and the proactive management of conflicts of interest.

• Driven, organized and detail-focused, with a love for innovation and excellence. 

• Embodies Utamami’s values of love, respect, passion and equality in daily work and interactions.

Work Hours:

• Must be available to work an average of 30-44.5 hours weekly.

• Ability to work flexible shifts; days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position requires standing for up to 8 hours per shift, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing all day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position also requires lifting up to 25lbs from floor to waist, waist to shoulder and shoulder to above head. This position also required twisting, turning, and reaching.