Sous Chef

Northland Properties•North Vancouver, BC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Sous Chef, you will ensure the execution of culinary operations according to Grouse Mountain's standards while maintaining labor and food costs. You will manage and lead culinary teams, ensuring they follow food safety practices and recipes. You will also work with the Executive Chef in all other aspects of operations during off-season periods.

Requirements

A minimum of 3-5 years experience in a culinary leadership position.
Completion of secondary school required.
Level 1 Food Safe certificate required.
Ability to motivate, retain and develop staff.
Ability to handle challenges of a kitchen environment.
Exceptionally organized and able to multitask/coordinate multiple function activities.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Proficient in MS Excel and Word.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Flexible working hours; including evening closing shifts, weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a 3-year apprenticeship program for cooks, completion of college or other related program or several years of commercial cooking experience preferred.
Level 2 Food Safe Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen and all facets of the culinary operation.
Responsible for providing the full range of supervisory duties including coaching, orientation training, probationary reports, performance evaluations etc.
Overseeing kitchen operations within the parameter of the profit plan, maintaining labour & food costs within monthly targets.
Forecast staff levels proportional to business levels.
Menu development, costing and implementation in accordance with the Executive Chef.
Maintaining standard of food quality.
Knowledgeable in all aspects of Grouse Mountain food operation and ability to prep and execute food in these operations.
Requisitioning all applicable product through Provision Master.
Ensuring appropriate levels of inventory and utilization.
Ensuring level of hygiene, order and cleanliness in kitchen and related areas as per Provincial standards, Food Safe and Grouse Mountain guidelines.
Ensuring all staff meet Food Safety certification standards and follow practices as per Provincial standards.
Monitoring kitchen equipment performance and reporting repair needs to Executive Chef.
Maintaining and inspiring professional conduct and etiquette.
Other duties as required.

Benefits

Free Seasonal Access Pass
Discounts at the resort’s restaurants, retail, and rental outlets
Referral Bonus Program
Public Transit subsidies
Free or discounted lift tickets at many other resorts (winter/summer)
Access to free Employee and Family Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional development
Northland Properties friends and family discounts program including hotels, restaurants and recreation
Health Insurance, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance plans
RRSP matching after 6 months of service
Free access pass for dependants