Botanist Junior Sous Chef

Accorhotel; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary work meals

50% off at partner dining destinations

TransLink monthly pass reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package

Company-matched pension & Group RRSP

Complimentary hotel stay for two with/

Culinary training & career development

Discounted hotel room rates

Job summary

Botanist is an award-winning restaurant within a luxury hotel in Vancouver. The Junior Sous Chef will support daily culinary operations, help lead the kitchen during service, and ensure dishes meet Botanist's high standards.

You will mentor colleagues, manage inventories, participate in menu development, and contribute to sustainable, guest-focused dining experiences in a collaborative, upscale setting.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a high-volume, upscale restaurant or luxury hotel kitchen.
• Strong culinary knowledge with a passion for seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse culinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Food Safe Level 1 certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and supervising the culinary team during daily operations.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to Botanist's culinary standards and recipes.
• Support the Sous Chef with scheduling, training, coaching, and performance development of colleagues.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and portion control.
• Monitor inventory levels, minimize waste, and assist with ordering and receiving products.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative working environment.
• Assist in menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen at all times.
• Support service during high-volume periods while maintaining luxury service standards.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Culinary knowledge

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Food Safety Level 1

Job description

Reporting to the Sous Chef and Executive Chef, the Junior Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the daily culinary operations of Botanist while ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and service.

What is in it for you:

• Be part of a progressive hotel that embraces the culture and vibrancy of one of Canada’s most beautiful cities, Vancouver, proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work, and the first hotel in North America to achieve Single-Use Plastic Free Certification
• Opportunities to work a variety of high-profile events and large-scale functions
• A competitive salary, starting from $77,000.00per annum
• Complimentary work meals through our Colleague Dining Program
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program, offering 50% off at participating dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
• TransLink monthly pass reimbursement program
• Extensive benefits package, including health, paramedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (eligibility requirements apply)
• Company-matched pension plan and the opportunity to enroll in the Group RRSP (eligibility requirements apply)
• A complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program for newly hired colleagues
• Opportunities to participate in sustainability, charity, and community engagement initiatives
• Access to world-class culinary training, mentorship, and career development opportunities across Fairmont and Accor’s global portfolio
• Opportunity to lead within a luxury, high-profile banquet operation
• Work alongside a collaborative and professional culinary team in a luxury environment where precision, pride, and guest experience set the standard
• Enjoy discounted room rates at Fairmont hotels worldwide and special colleague rates across other Accor properties

What you will be doing:

• Assist in leading and supervising the culinary team during daily operations.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to Botanist's culinary standards and recipes.
• Support the Sous Chef with scheduling, training, coaching, and performance development of colleagues.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and portion control.
• Monitor inventory levels, minimize waste, and assist with ordering and receiving products.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative working environment.
• Assist in menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen at all times.
• Support service during high-volume periods while maintaining luxury service standards.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous leadership experience in a high-volume, upscale restaurant or luxury hotel kitchen.
• Strong culinary knowledge with a passion for seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse culinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Food Safe Level 1 certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Your team and working environment:

Botanist is an award-winning restaurant recognized for its innovative cuisine, exceptional service, and commitment to sustainability. As a Sous Chef, you'll work alongside an exceptional culinary team dedicated to pushing creative boundaries while delivering unforgettable dining experiences.

Visa Requirements:

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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