Sous Chef | Full Time

Cafe Malabar is looking for a talented, driven, and passionate **Sous Chef** to join our kitchen leadership team! Inspired by the food, culture, and traditions of Kerala's Malabar Coast, Cafe Malabar is a chef-led restaurant where bold flavours, thoughtful cooking, and genuine hospitality come together. Led by Chefs Kiran and Karma, our kitchen is for people who love food, take pride in their craft, and are excited to keep learning and growing. **We're looking for more than a great cook.** We want someone who can lead a team, bring confidence and organization to a busy kitchen, and share our passion for creating exceptional food. Whether you already love South Indian cuisine or are excited to discover its ingredients, techniques, and traditions, what matters most is your culinary talent, curiosity, and drive. **What We're Looking For:** * Proven kitchen leadership experience, ideally as a Sous Chef or in a comparable role * Strong culinary skills and a genuine passion for cooking * Experience supervising, training, and supporting kitchen staff * Confidence leading service in a busy, fast-paced restaurant * Experience with scheduling, inventory, ordering, and kitchen operations * Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills * A curious, motivated chef who enjoys learning and exploring new cuisines * A positive, accountable leader who takes initiative and leads by example **The Role:** * Lead daily kitchen operations and oversee service * Supervise, train, and support kitchen team members * Manage scheduling, prep planning, and kitchen workflow * Maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation * Support inventory, ordering, food costs, and waste management * Collaborate with our chefs on menu execution and development * Help foster a respectful, organized, and motivated kitchen culture **What We Offer:** * Annual salary, based on experience * Full-time leadership position * Wednesday through Sunday operating schedule * Complimentary staff meals * Opportunity to work alongside an award-winning culinary team * A collaborative environment that values creativity, learning, and professional growth Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You! **Email your resume and a short introduction to cafemalabar.ca@gmail.com.** We'd also love to know: **What cuisine or cooking style are you most passionate about, and what excites you about the opportunity to cook at Cafe Malabar?** We're excited to find someone who brings the talent, leadership, and passion to help our kitchen continue to grow. Pay: $48,000.00-$50,000.00 per year Benefits: * Discounted or free food * Flexible schedule * Paid time off * Store discount * Wellness program Ability to commute/relocate: * Victoria, BC V8W 1S2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person