Sous Chefs provide an outstanding experience for our guest by helping to plan and direct food preparation in our kitchens. They are responsible to help ensure the quality and variety meets the needs and expectations of our guests. Food preparation as well as some administrative duties and supervision are integral parts of this position. This is a physically demanding position requiring some manual labour, lifting, carrying and standing for long periods of time.
Essential Functions
· Provide outstanding guest service
· Assist in making food recommendations and write menus; set short term goals for food preparation and presentation including cost control procedures
· Review recipe cards; introduce and test new items
· Help supervise training and compliance for various phases of food preparation
· Supervise, expedite and participate in assigned food preparation, in accordance with standards of quality, quantity, taste and presentation. Check for taste, temperature and visual appeal; ensure guest satisfaction
· Review function contracts and forecast sheets; liaise with other departments as needed
· Assist in overseeing daily purchasing, receiving, food transfers, HACCP Program and Quick Check System compliance
· Scheduling staff
· Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, fridge and freezers. Subject to regular Health inspections
· Other duties as assigned
Experience/Requirements
· Passion for providing outstanding guest service
· Culinary Degree with 5 years cooking experience, preferably in high-volume environment
· Previous experience supervising staff
· Excellent communication, time management and multi-tasking skills
· Strong knowledge using computers
· Prior experience with inventory ordering is an asset
· HACCP and WHMIS training is an asset
This position includes a multi-area ski pass to Sunshine Village & other resorts, a staff event calendar for experiencing the Rockies, and subsidized transportation from Banff and Canmore to Sunshine.
This position requires you to live on Mountain with subsidized accommodation.
