Best Western Plus Fernie
Fernie, BC
Salary: $24
Overview:
We are seeking a qualified and highly motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Best Western Mountain Lodge. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth kitchen operations, particularly during our busy conference season.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality dishes for both Café orders and banquet functions.
- Identify opportunities to enhance food revenue, reduce kitchen expenses, and boost departmental productivity, all while ensuring an exceptional guest experience.
- Stay informed on current culinary trends and collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop innovative menu items that will captivate our guests and engage our team.
- Monitor and manage staffing levels to meet operational needs.
- Meet daily with the Executive Chef to discuss business operations and ensure alignment on daily, weekly, and monthly objectives.
- Ensure that all health and safety practices are taught and adhered to, following BC Health regulations.
- Promote and enforce professional work habits, encouraging integrity and recognizing it in others.
- Enforce hygiene and sanitary regulations in line with BC Health guidelines.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of three years in a culinary supervisory role within a high-volume hotel environment is required.
- Red Seal journeyman certification or equivalent is required.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work cooperatively and efficiently in a team environment.
- Ability to remain calm and perform effectively under pressure.
- Strong time management skills.
- Proven leadership skills that foster employee growth, development, and teamwork.
- Ability to adapt to changes with ease.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
- Gratuities and tip-out included.
- Subsidized housing for managers.
- Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and retirement savings plans.
- Access to on-site gym and pool.
- Staff discounts at the hotel.