Junior Sous Chef

Company Description

Who We Are :

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike.

It's the perfect work / life combination.

Job Description

Work with our team of Chefs creating world class dining experiences for our guests. This is your opportunity to work in a Kitchen committed to preparing and serving the finest meals.

Job Duties Include :

Reporting to the Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine of the department, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following :

• Contributing to menu engineering program
• Staying current on industry / competitive trends and creating strategies for improvement and to maximize Food & Beverage revenue.
• Daily line checks on quality of food prep, tasting food and ensuring proper preventive measure in place
• Take the lead on all guest allergies or dietary restrictions within the department to ensure all items are prepared above standard
• Working on the line / station with culinary team, and assisting where required during operations
• Managing colleagues daily task, delegating task as needed, ensuring everybody is at peak performance
• Lead and inspire colleagues to reach their full potential
• Following up on daily proper food safety standards and ensuring all areas are delegated to be cleaned and all records are maintained up-to-date
• Ensuring proper and adequate levels of food are held and ordered through birchstreet procurement system
• Assist the Chef with weekly schedules based on forecasting & budget using Watson LMS
• Fostering a culture where employees focus on their role of doing whatever it takes to exceed guest expectations while performing multiple functions.
• Actively seeking feedback from employees and guests, following-up and taking action to improve VOG & EES results.
• Developing close and effective working relationships with all supporting departments in particular within Food & Beverage and Stewarding.
• Assist with goal development, and departmental initiatives
• Participating in hotel committee activities like and not restricted to Health and safety, Planet 21, Rouxbe, Apprenticeship program, and etc.
• Assist in corrective disciplinary action forms and documentation as needed
• Assign daily workload to achieve maximum labor and productivity efficiencies
• Completes daily temperature log books and insures FIFO of all received goods.
• Place work orders for items needing repair
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required experience :

• Red Seal Journeyperson Cook Certification or international equivalency
• Completion of Rouxbe Culinary Foundations level 1 & 2. Receiving certification in both with a grade greater than 90% and 54 months (7,020 hours) experience in relevant workplaces

Your Skills & Qualifications :

• Minimum 2 year’s culinary supervisory / leadership experience preferably in a luxury setting or large kitchen environment
• Completion of Rouxbe Culinary Foundations (Level 1 & 2)
• Red Seal Certificate (Journeyperson’s papers) or recognized international equivalent required
• Valid Safe Food Handling Certification required
• Strong Skills in visual presentation of food, with a familiarity with contemporary serving styles; Attention to detail, accuracy and consistency with recipes and plating
• Experience with Recipe development and innovation
• Possess strong leadership, organization, time management & communication skills
• Works well with others, demonstrates good team spirit with an open mind
• Able to maintain high service levels under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft windows applications word, excel, and powerpoint
• Able to lift, carry and pull up to 50lbs and able to constantly stand and walk throughout shift
• Able to withstand exposure to kitchen equipment includes large and small ovens, stoves, steam kettles, mixers, sheeter, fryers, rational ovens, steamers, tilt skillets, fridges and freezers as well as blast freezers

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits :

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4 / meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

Visa Requirements : Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :

At Fairmont Banff Springs, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

If you are contacted by a Recruiter, kindly inform them at any stage of the recruitment process if you will need support or accommodations.