Sous Chef

Overview

Manages kitchen operations and staff on a daily basis to ensure a consistent, high quality food product. Areas of responsibility comprise overseeing food preparation area of incumbent’s specific kitchen. As a Sous Chef, directs and works with the food and beverage management team and associates to successfully execute all kitchen operations; strives to continually improve guest and associate satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items according to hotel recipes and standards
• Conduct daily shift briefings to kitchen colleagues
• Ensure all kitchen colleagues are aware of standards & expectations
• Liaise daily with Outlet Managers to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
• Maintain and enhance the food products through creative menu development and presentation
• Have full knowledge of all menu items
• Actively interact with guests at tables
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• To look out for the safety of yourself, co-workers and to follow all Health and Safety requirements in the workplace.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in the culinary field required
• 2 years of Sous Chef experience required.
• Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent required
• Diploma/Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times 
• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs.
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
• Constant standing and walking throughout shift

The schedule for this position may vary and would require the ability to work shift work, late nights, weekends and holidays.

WE OFFER

• A competitive wage and excellent benefits.
• Shuttle service from West Edmonton location.
• All associates participate in our “Circle of Service” program which rewards and empowers individuals who provide outstanding customer service.
• An opportunity to work within a progressive, exciting team environment.
• An opportunity to work with a skilled Management team.