Sous Chef, Farm & Fire

Pursuit Collection; Canada; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Canadian Rockies seeks a Sous Chef to prepare flavorful dishes using local ingredients. The role involves leading a kitchen team, managing food prep, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Join an inclusive team and enjoy perks like discounts on hotel stays and access to attractions.

Benefits

Free access to Pursuit attractions

50% off for friends

Discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail

Access to subsidized mental health and wellness resources

Qualifications

• 3-5 years management in high-volume food service.
• Strong background in high-volume kitchens.
• First-aid certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team.
• Supervise food preparation and presentation.
• Manage inventory and budgets.

Skills

Management in high-volume food service

Demonstration cooking

Menu development

Cost control

Organizational skills

Knowledge of HACCP standards

Computer literacy

Education

Journeyman's Red Seal or equivalent

Job description

Job Description: Sous Chef

What will be your daily pursuit?: Your daily pursuit is preparing flavorful dishes that fuel our guests' adventures, using fresh, local ingredients to bring a taste of the region to every plate.

What will your compensation be?: The starting salary for this role is dependent on experience.

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make lifelong connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail. Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources.

What will you do in this job?: The Sous Chef leads and inspires the kitchen team while supervising food preparation and coordinating daily kitchen tasks under the guidance of the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef. Responsibilities include leading and training kitchen staff, working hands-on with culinary team, supervising food prep and presentation, managing inventory and budgets, ensuring health and safety compliance, overseeing catering events, assisting with staffing and performance reviews, managing costs, and maintaining quality standards. The role requires flexibility, guest interaction, and working in various locations.

Skills and experience required: Journeyman's Red Seal or equivalent, 3-5 years management in high-volume food service, experience in demonstration cooking, menu development, and costing, strong background in high-volume kitchens, ability to manage diverse teams, knowledge of HACCP standards, cost control skills, computer literacy, organizational skills, and adherence to grooming policies. First-aid certification is an asset.

Work environment: The role offers a beautiful, inspiring location in the Canadian Rockies, with opportunities to explore nature, meet international team members, and participate in team events. The environment is independent, remote, and active, involving physical tasks like walking, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The team values collaboration and flexibility, with duties subject to change based on company needs.

EEO Statement: Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We evaluate applicants without regard to protected characteristics and encourage individuals from equity-deserving groups to apply. Accommodations are available upon request during the application process.