Sous Chef

Company Description 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! Job Description Join the culinary team at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and work alongside some of Fairmont's most talented chefs while enjoying the lifestyle of the Canadian Rockies. We are currently recruiting for multiple Sous Chef opportunities across our culinary operations, including both Pastry Sous Chef and Sous Chef positions. Based on your experience, technical expertise, and career interests, our culinary leadership team will determine the best fit within the operation. Whether your passion lies in pastry arts, restaurant dining, banquets, or large-scale resort culinary operations, we encourage you to apply. What you will be doing: 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 Create and design menus, while keeping the overall restaurant concept Liaise with food stores to ensure the proper rotation of foods Seek opportunities to increase food revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction Responsible for kitchen operations in absence of Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef Oversee the safety and sanitation of the kitchen, while ensuring all kitchen equipment is maintained and in good condition Maintain departmental standards in accordance with Fairmont Hotels and Resorts core standards Ensure effective cooperation between outlets and the kitchen Create memorable dining experiences for guests Ensure a clean and safe working environment, and actively participate in health and safety initiatives Adhere to all hotel environmental policies and initiatives Carry out any other tasks as assigned Qualifications Pastry Sous Chef Minimum 5 years of pastry experience with exposure to a variety of pastry disciplines Previous leadership experience within a pastry operation Experience with chocolate work, sugar artistry, plated desserts, and large-scale production Strong knowledge of current pastry trends and techniques Valid trade qualifications preferred Sous Chef Minimum 5-8 years of progressive culinary experience in a professional kitchen Previous leadership experience in restaurant, banquet, or resort operations Strong knowledge of menu development, food costing, and kitchen management Valid trade qualifications preferred Passion for culinary innovation and team development 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 $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 authorized 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: [email protected] 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. Job-Category: Food & Beverage Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

The Sous Chef will oversee daily kitchen operations, manage staff scheduling, and ensure high standards of food quality and safety. They are also responsible for menu development, controlling kitchen expenses, and fostering a collaborative environment across all culinary outlets.

Candidates must have 5-8 years of progressive culinary experience or 5 years of pastry experience with strong leadership skills. Valid trade qualifications are preferred, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

• Subsidized onsite accommodations • Complimentary meal per shift • Medical insurance • Vision insurance • Dental insurance • Mental health support • Orthodontics coverage • Fertility drugs coverage • Gender affirmation coverage • Defined contribution pension plan • Employee travel program • Mountain explorer travel program

• BudgetingPreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• SanitationPreferred

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• Menu development
• Food costing
• Kitchen management
• Staff scheduling
• Performance management
• Culinary operations
• Pastry arts
• Chocolate work
• Sugar artistry
• Plated desserts
• Large-scale production
• Food safety
• Sanitation
• Budgeting
• Team development
• Culinary innovation
• Menu Planning
• Kitchen Management
• Mental Health
• Cooperation
• Training And Development
• Employee Performance Management
• Environmental Policy
• Forecasting
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Operations
• Orthodontics
• Restaurant Operation
• Team Building
• Scheduling

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership
• Sous Chef
• Chefs
• Chefs and Head Cooks

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week