Date Posted: January 23, 2025
Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Job Category:
Join our Culinary Team as a Sous Chef, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Chateaux property, also recognized by Forbes, Michelin (Two Keys), AAA 4-Diamond, and T&L’s World's Best Hotel. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual is appreciated and valued for who they are. We are passionate about providing a supportive environment for our team, delivering excellence to our guests while achieving the highest sustainability practices, and creating a lasting legacy for our families and communities. The Sous Chef will be responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in all aspects of the daily operation of the kitchen and maintain the highest level of culinary excellence. Duties include, but are not limited to, production, presentation, supervising staff, training, mentoring, ordering and inventory. Sous Chefs will also participate in menu planning, act as a liaison between the Executive Chef and the kitchen brigade and be responsible for maintaining a safe, sanitary and healthy working environment. The Sous Chef will assume supervision of staff and additional duties in absence of the Executive Chef and/or fellow Sous Chef. Sous Chefs must be proficient in a fast-paced fine dining establishment. As a Sous Chef you will: Ensure efficient and personalized guest service meeting and exceeding Relais & Chateaux, AAA 4 & 5 Diamond and Forbes Standards. Assist Chef and fellow Sous Chefs in daily operations of Culinary program. Personally uphold and ensure the brigade maintains the highest level of culinary excellence, adhering to all procedures and protocols. Personally uphold and ensure the brigade upholds the highest level of safety and commercial hygiene. Supervise staff, be responsible for training and development as well as human resources. Be responsible for ordering and inventory. Participate in menu planning. Assume management of Culinary operations in the absence of Chef.
Our ideal candidate will embody the West Coast culture, while still being committed to the art of hospitality and pursuit of excellence. They will have: Exceptional attention to detail and focus. The ability to thrive in a fast paced working environment. Team player and proven leadership abilities. A calm demeanor, with a sense of urgency as required.. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Superb time management and organizational skills. Creative and innovative tendencies yet be able to adjust style to suite guest’s specific needs and requests. Familiarity with current Culinary and F&B trends, innovations and techniques including but not limited to keeping your education and knowledge base relevant. Journeyman/Red Seal Certification an asset. Minimum 3 years in similar position/level in a fine dining establishment or similar experience. Knowledge about, and capability to meet and exceed Relais & Chateaux and AAA 4 Diamond standards A valid FoodSafe Certification A mutual understanding of your employment duration will be determined during your interview. Salary/Wage: $57,000.00 per year
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A good relationship is built upon mutual and reciprocal appreciation. We value the time and experience you bring to your work; here are some of the benefits and privileges you’ll have access to alongside your experience at the Inn: Shared Team Housing available within walking distance from property. No staff cafeteria - Housing units have full kitchens and team members are encouraged to bring lunch/meals to work. |
Submit your application by email to the company contact listed below.
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Company Name: The Wickaninnish Inn
Address: 500 Osprey Lane
City/Town: Tofino
Postal/Zip Code: V0R 2Z0
Province/State: British Columbia
Country: Canada
Website: www.wickinn.com
Contact Person: Melody McLorie
Contact Person Job Title: Director of Human Resources
Telephone: 2507253100
Email: jobs@wickinn.com
