Junior Sous Chef at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while you work
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Senior Sous Chef & Sous Chef 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 for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards 
• Conduct daily shift briefings to kitchen Colleagues in absence of the Sous Chef 
• Ensure all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations 
• Liaise with the Outlet Chef to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback 
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage 
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions 
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment 
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards 
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage 
• Other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

• Adhere to Fairmont Appearance & Grooming Guidelines
• Two to Four Years of Previous Experience in a Pastry Production Kitchen and/or Restaurant Experience 
• Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset 
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities 
• Highly responsible & reliable 
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment 
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team 
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times