Sous Chef- Hotel Kitchen
- Enoch, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 2 years of Sous Chef experience required.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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
WE OFFER
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
- 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
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.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Oversee daily kitchen operations and staff, ensuring food preparation, presentation, cleanliness, and service meet hotel standards. Coordinate with food and beverage managers, support guest satisfaction, manage staffing and scheduling, and follow safety and sanitation requirements.
Requirements
Requires previous culinary leadership experience and at least two years of Sous Chef experience, along with journeyman papers or an international equivalent. Candidates should have strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, be reliable and effective under pressure, and be available for shifts, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
Skills
- Kitchen Operations
- Staff Leadership
- Food Preparation
- Menu Development
- Food Presentation
- Guest Service
- Staff Scheduling
- Food Safety
- Sanitation
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Windows Applications
- Working Under Pressure
Benefits
- Competitive Wage
- Excellent Benefits
- Shuttle Service
- Team Environment
- Opportunity to Work with an Experienced Management Team
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Management & Leadership
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Sous Chef
- Hotel Kitchen
- Kitchen Operations
- Food Preparation
- Hotel Recipes
- Menu Development
- Food Presentation
- Guest Feedback
- Guest Service
- Food And Beverage
- Staff Leadership
- Shift Briefings
- Staff Scheduling
- Productivity Guidelines
- Kitchen Maintenance
- Food Safety
- Sanitation
- Health And Safety
- Journeyman Papers
- Culinary Certification
- Microsoft Windows Applications
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Shift Work
- Gambling Facilities And Casinos
Seniority
Mid level
Licences and certifications
- Journeyman papers
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Culinary arts