Sous Chef - BC Place Stadium

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Sous Chef

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

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We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef for the BC Place Stadium.

Sodexo Live! is the Official Supplier of Food and Beverage Services to BC Place Stadium. BC Place is a multi-purpose stadium in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Located at the north side of False Creek, it is owned and operated by the BC Pavilion Corporation, a Crown corporation of the province. Home to BC Lions, Vancouver White Caps, Concerts and Live events, the facility hosts welcomes hundreds of thousands of fans each year, while generating significant economic activity for the Province.

The Sous Chef is a key leader within BC Place's culinary team, responsible for the planning, execution, and supervision of high-volume food production across a variety of dining environments including concessions, suites, premium clubs, and banquets. Working closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, this position ensures food quality, safety, and operational efficiency while supporting a positive, inclusive kitchen culture.

The Sous Chef leads and develops culinary staff, drives consistency in recipe execution, and supports innovation in menu offerings to deliver memorable guest experiences at one of Canada's premier sports and entertainment venues.

• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring readiness for event schedules and service timelines.
• Execute production plans for large-scale events, balancing quality, speed, and yield.
• Oversee multiple kitchen outlets and support coordination between concessions, clubs, and suite services.
• Act as the Kitchen Lead on assigned event days.
• Monitor food preparation standards, taste, temperature, and presentation across all service areas.
• Support recipe development, standardization, and menu rollouts with Culinary Leadership.
• Uphold quality standards for BC Place signature items and premium offerings.
• Conduct station checks and corrective coaching to maintain consistency.
• Lead, train, and motivate cooks, apprentices, and stewarding team members.
• Foster a respectful, safe, and inclusive work environment; model professional behaviour.
• Participate in performance feedback, onboarding, cross-training, and succession development.
• Ensure staffing levels and deployment support event-day operational needs.
• Champion Food Safe practices, allergen controls, and HACCP standards.
• Verify temperature logs, product rotation, and labelling procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Stewarding and Quality Assurance Supervisor to meet sanitation standards.
• Immediately address hazards and engage in incident investigations when needed.
• Support purchasing, receiving, storage, and waste-reduction programs.
• Maintain par levels and track event consumption to improve forecasting accuracy.
• Ensure efficient use of labour and ingredients for maximum yield.
• Participate in culinary planning meetings; align with Concessions, Premium, and Catering teams on service expectations.
• Ensure detailed communication of run sheets, plating guides, and prep lists to the team.
• Adapt quickly to changing production needs during live events.

• 5+ years of progressive culinary experience in hotel, stadium, convention centre, or high-volume hospitality environments.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience leading culinary teams.
• Red Seal Certification or equivalent training strongly preferred.
• Food Safe Level 1 required;
  Level 2 an asset.
• Strong understanding of batch cooking, quick-service execution, and premium plating.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment – standing for long periods, lifting 25-40lbs, handling hot/cold environments.
• Must be available to work 3 prep days prior to an event, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be available to work all Mandatory & High Impact Events.

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified…