We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our growing team. The Sous Chef is responsible for providing overall leadership, creative development and quality assurance of The Vancouver Club’s culinary operations. This includes directing product conceptualization, menu engineering, recipe development, item costing, concept testing, and product specification development/sourcing, implementation of new menus and on-going quality assurance processes and systems.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen procedures and guest service to ensure excellence in products.
- Mentors and develops all cooks by setting goals and communicating expectations.
- Assists with devising innovative product offerings for the restaurant, banquets, and VC Signature Events.
- Formulates and implements procedural guidelines, policies and standards pertaining to the club kitchens, product specifications, cleanliness, sanitation, and cost control.
- Participates in monthly inventory count.
- Purchases orders for the a la carte restaurant, catering kitchen and pastry kitchen. Creates and maintains relationships with the vendors used for purchasing and negotiates contracts and pricing with them.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Culinary Diploma or certification is an asset
- Must have 5 years experience in Food and Beverage Service
- Minimum 2 years leadership experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Leadership skills to motivate and develop team to ensure accomplishment of goals
- Demonstrate superior customer service philosophy
- Will be required to maintain a flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Must have FOODSAFE Certification Level 2
WHAT WE OFFER
- Opportunity to grow your career with a highly reputable organization
- Daily staff meals
- Staff fitness classes (yoga, barre, boxing, and others)
- RRSP contribution after 1 year of employment
- Extended health and dental benefits after three months
- Uniforms and dry cleaning provided
- Staff events
- 50% off haircuts at the Club's salon
- Positive and supportive environment - we work hard and we love to have fun
If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career with a professional, talented, and passionate team, please apply now!
The Vancouver Club is located in the heart of the financial district in Vancouver British Columbia
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