Sous Chef

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.

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. 

Competitive Salary: $67,000-$69,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include:  

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

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items according to hotel recipes and standards                 
• Conduct daily shift briefings to kitchen colleagues
• Liaise daily with venue Managers to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback Maintain and enhance the food products through creative menu development and presentation           
• Balance operational, administrative and colleague needs                                
• Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines                                                                                           
• Coach and mentor culinary colleagues on trends, cooking methodologies, leadership
• Input orders through Birchstreet system to ensure proper food levels are maintains
• Assist in correction disciplinary action forms and documentations as needed
• Assign daily workloads to achieve maximum labor and productivity efficiencies
• Other duties as assigned

Required experience:

• Red Seal Journeyperson Cook Certification or international equivalency

Or

• 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 & Qualifcations:

• 3-4 year’s culinary supervisory/leadership experience preferably in a luxury setting or large kitchen environment
• Red Seal Certificate (Journeyperson’s papers) or recognized international equivalent required  
• Safe Food Handling Certification required
• Creative, forward thinking
• Proven organizational and coaching skills
• Strong Skills in visual presentation of food, with a familiarity with contemporary serving styles; Attention to detail, accuracy and consistency with recipes and plating
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• 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

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.

Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: bsh.careers@fairmont.com

APPLY TODAY: For more information on working and living in at Fairmont Banff Springs, please visit www.banffspringsjobs.com