Sous Chef - Colleague Cafeteria

Embrace your passion for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and many other outdoor activities in Banff National Park while pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Take a risk, make a change and experience a new adventure while further developing your career. To live and work in a National Park is a once in a lifetime opportunity.  Our team is a network of empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play hard and receive extraordinary benefits including subsidized onsite accommodations, which make saving money very easy to manage. Join our Fairmont family today!

At Fairmont, we believe that great food can make a world of difference. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to providing them with delicious, healthy, and energizing meals throughout the workday. We’re looking for a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our vibrant team and take our staff restaurant to the next level. 

Job Duties Include:

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to create and update menus.
• Lead the kitchen in food preparation and cooking, ensuring dishes are prepared according to the restaurant's standards, taste, and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain on-going training and development of employees, conduct employee performance reviews and disciplinary action 
• Ensure appropriate staff scheduling and monitor staffing levels in conjunction with determined budgets and forecasting
• Assist in inventory control and ordering supplies. Ensure the kitchen is stocked with ingredients, and minimize food waste.
• Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards. Ensure that all kitchen equipment and work areas are cleaned and sanitized regularly.
• Carry out any other tasks as assigned

• Minimum of 7-8 years’ experience in a culinary leadership role
• Valid trade qualifications required
• Physically fit to lift trays repeatedly, stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to consistently stand and walk through out shift

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 $5/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500/year), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) 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 - Discounted room rates including 50% off all food & beverage at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor

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

APPLY TODAY:  Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.lakelouisejobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: CLL.Careers@Fairmont.com

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

At Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, 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.