Sous Chef Full-time Temporary

Fairmont Empress

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Base: starting at 69,600 cad; bonus/equity: not sp...
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2 years experience as chef de partie
Red seal or equivalent certification
Food safe level 1 certification
** Fairmont Empress is seeking a full-time temporary Sous Chef to oversee culinary operations and assist in menu design that emphasizes Pacific Northwest cuisine. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in professional kitchens, particularly in luxury settings, and a passion for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves overseeing culinary operations for the Fairmont Empress, a Forbes recommended and MICHELIN key hotel in Victoria, BC.
  • Candidates will assist in designing menus that reflect the hotel's position as a leader in Pacific Northwest cuisine while working with local artisans.
  • The position offers a competitive salary starting at 69,600 CAD and opportunities to grow into an Executive Chef role within Accor Hotels.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Fairmont Empress is seeking a full-time temporary Sous Chef to oversee culinary operations and assist in menu design that emphasizes Pacific Northwest cuisine. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in professional kitchens, particularly in luxury settings, and a passion for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction. **

Salary

Base: Starting at 69,600 CAD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2 years experience as Chef de Partie
  • Red Seal or equivalent certification
  • Food Safe Level 1 certification
  • Managing multiple kitchen outlets
  • Budget and inventory management skills

Nice-to-have

  • Luxury hotel experience preferred
  • Unionized environment experience
  • Local vendor relationship building
  • Passion for Pacific Northwest cuisine
  • Team training and development skills

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years Chef de Partie experience
  • Interprovincial Red Seal certification required
  • Food Safe Level 1 or VIHA equivalent
  • Legal eligibility to work in Canada

Work Rights

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

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