Jr. Sous Chef

 

THE ROLE

A structured Jr. Sous Chef role is critical to the success of the River Cree Resort & Casino.  The primary purpose of

the Jr.Sous Chef at Sage is to assist the Sous Chef in all details of the River Cree Resort & Casino Sage operations.

 

JOB SUMMARY

Manages kitchen operations and staff on a daily basis to ensure a consistent, high quality food product.  Areas of

responsibility comprise overseeing food preparation area of incumbent’s specific kitchen.  As a manager, directs and

works with the food and beverage management team and associates to successfully execute all kitchen operations;

strives to continually improve guest and associate satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of

responsibility.

• Ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
• Actively involved in training kitchen associates on the fundamentals of good cooking and excellent plate

          presentations.

• Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.
• Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.
• Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards including local, provincial and federal regulations.
• Knows Food Specification changes.
• Understands and maintains all standard recipes on the ChefTec software.
• Understands accurate theoretical and weighted food costs.
• Estimates daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicates production needs to kitchen personnel

           daily.

• Maintains procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls.
• Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
• Researches and tests new food products; shares vision of food and concept trends in conjunction with

           Company initiatives.

• Conducts briefings with the Restaurant staff for education on menu items including ingredients, preparation

           methods and unique tastes.

• Understands and communicates to staff the operating and maintenance procedures of all departmental

           equipment.

• Coordinates with the Engineering Department and manages an effective kitchen equipment repair and

           maintenance program.

• Ensures uniforms are properly inventoried and maintained.
• Ensures all associates understand and comply with loss prevention policies to prevent accidents and control 

           costs and effectively investigates reports and follows-up n associate accidents.

• Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive

          atmosphere for guest relations.

• Observes service behaviors of associates and provides feedback to individuals and or supervises; continuously

           strives to improve service performance.

• Guest Satisfaction, Human Resources, Sales and Revenue Management and Financial Management are key

           areas that the manager will be responsible for.

• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

 

THE INDIVIDUAL

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary Education required; Red Seal or equivalent training/experience
• 3 years Food and Beverage culinary supervising experience with demonstrated leadership
• Experience leading in independent well known, trend setting restaurants is an asset
• Experience successfully handling a diverse group of associates
• Excellent culinary skills; possesses the ability to perform all functions in the culinary operation
• Financial management skills e.g., ability to analyze P&L statements, develop operating budgets,

           forecasting and capital expenditure planning

• Ability to acquire and maintain relationships e.g. associates, customers, vendors

WE OFFER

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Subsidized associate dining room.
• Free parking and/or private shuttle service from a transportation from a west Edmonton location.
• A ground-floor opportunity to build your skills in an interesting and challenging environment.
• Company discounts including world-wide hotel/resort discounts.

 

 

Note:  Due to recruitment volume, only applicants who are interviewed will be contacted.  Thank you very much for your interest in River Cree Resort & Casino.