Specialty Sous Chef - Banquets (NOC 62220) | |
| Job ID | EE-F1-8A-68-55-9F |
| Company | Marlow Properties (B.C.) Inc O/a Harbour House Hotel |
| Location | Salt Spring Island |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Date Posted | 2025-09-30 |
| Posted Until | 2026-03-29 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Food Services |
| Description | |
| Vacancy 1 Summary of Position: The Specialty Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of Banquet offerings. The Specialty Sous Chef works with and under the direction of the General Manager and assists in the supervision of the Culinary Team. Responsibilities: -Manage, plan and supervise the daily operation of all kitchens and support in other areas as needed - Provide leadership through ongoing training, development, performance evaluations and direct supervision of culinary team - Prepare and cook complete meals or specialty foods, such as pastries, sauces, soups, salads, vegetables and meat, poultry and fish dishes, and create decorative food displays for special events such as banquets - Work alongside the culinary teams to prepare for and execute events and daily service - Develop, cost and implement annual menus as well as custom menus as requested - Assist in achieving financial and operational targets both food cost and labour cost control - Work with the Hotel leadership team to develop and monitor Hotel food service standards - Manage weekly schedules and labour costs, by ensuring productivity levels are maximized through the effective utilization of all colleagues and providing hands-on support - Ensure performance management of culinary colleagues is conducted in a timely and consistent manner - Able to plan, create, and review Banquet Event Orders and execute with event team - Plan and work closely with Sales and Events to ensure our events exceed the guests' expectations while keeping food costs in line - Conducts ordering for the kitchen maintaining proper inventory controls for food, supplies and equipment in the absence of or at the request of the General Manager - Promote teamwork with the food and beverage department of hotel while ensuring all colleagues adhere to Harbour House Hotel and the province of BC Health and Safety Policies and Food Safe Standards - Train new team members to use, operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner - Any other duties deemed necessary to fulfill the role - Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions - Prepare and cook complete meals or specialty foods, such as pastries, sauces, soups, salads, vegetables and meat, poultry and fish dishes, and create decorative food displays for special events such as banquets Job Requirements: - Proven leadership and managerial skills supporting an environment of colleague growth & development and interdepartmental teamwork (References required) -Understanding of Front of the House operations and functions (experience an asset) -Flexible availability for shift work including early mornings and late nights -Must be fully available to work weekdays, all weekends and all statutory holidays -Understands the importance of creating a fun and rewarding work environment -Experience working in remote locations -Demonstrates effective communication with all colleagues Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Standing for extended periods Education Requirements: -First Aid Level 1, WHMIS and Foodsafe (Food Safe Level 2 an asset) -Sound working knowledge of Windows XP, and MS office - Cook's trade certification or equivalent credentials, training and experience are required with a minimum of 3 years in Banquets Reports To: General Manager Closing Date: Please submit your application as soon as possible as applications are reviewed daily What's in it for you? - Competitive Wages - A fun & friendly workplace culture that embraces diversity - Cross-training opportunities to grow your skills - Comprehensive benefits package - Colleague of the month recognition program - Staff discount - 50% - Friends & Family hotel discount - Industry discounts - Workshops - Skill and advancement training programs Benefits: Company events Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care On-site parking Vision care | |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Salary | $56000-$58000, 30 Hours a week |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | Please email your resume to kitchencareers@harbourhousessi.com Only those applicants that have met requested requirements will be contacted with next steps instructions. Wishing all a safe journey! |
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