Pastry Sous Chef - The Wickaninnish Inn

Relais & Châteaux; Tofino; On-site; CAD 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in Tofino is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to join their culinary team. The role involves supporting the Pastry Chef in daily operations, managing the pastry shop, and ensuring exceptional guest service. Candidates should have experience in fine dining and strong leadership skills. This position offers a salary of $57,000 per year along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position in a fine dining establishment.
• Ability to maintain food preparation and sanitation standards.
• Understanding of culinary and pastry trends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure personalized guest service meeting high standards.
• Support the Pastry Chef in daily operations and menu planning.
• Manage employees and daily operations in the Pastry Shop.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Journeyman/Red Seal Certification

BC Foodsafe certification

Job description

Overview

Join our Culinary team as our Pastry Sous Chef, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Chateaux property, also recognized by Forbes, Michelin (Two Keys), AAA 4-Diamond, and T&L’s World's Best Hotel.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual is appreciated and valued for who they are. We are passionate about providing a supportive environment for our team, delivering excellence to our guests while achieving the highest sustainability practices, and creating a lasting legacy for our families and communities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and personalized guest service meeting and exceeding Relais & Chateaux and AAA 4 & 5 Diamond and Forbes Standards.
• Be an engaged participant and leader of a team that strives for excellence and delivers the best possible culinary experience to our guests.
• Support and assist the Pastry Chef in all aspects of the daily operation of the Pastry Shop.
• Participate in production of menu items, staff supervision, training, mentoring, menu planning and launches, ordering and inventory, and administrative tasks.
• Participate in events as directed by the Pastry Chef.
• Attend Kitchen Leadership meetings on a weekly basis, as well as other meetings as required.
• Be actively involved in development and execution of monthly departmental meetings.
• In the absence of the Pastry Chef, be the leader responsible for all items relating to the Pastry Shop.
• Supervise and manage employees while overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of team member roles and perform duties when necessary.
• Encourage and foster mutual trust, respect, and collaboration among colleagues.
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating professionalism and appropriate behaviors.
• Monitor and support employee productivity to ensure operational efficiency.
• Clearly communicate expectations and performance standards to all colleagues.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of, and the ability to meet and exceed, Relais & Chateaux and AAA 4 & 5 Diamond and Forbes standards.
• Previous experience in a similar position/level in a fine dining establishment or similar experience.
• BC Foodsafe or the equivalent.
• A Journeyman/Red Seal Certification, Cook's trade certification an asset.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and training abilities.
• A team-player mindset with the ability to train, coach, build relationships, and motivate colleagues.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven problem-solving abilities.
• Superb time management and organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Practical knowledge of productivity, labor cost, food inventories, and food cost management.
• Commitment to maintaining food preparation, handling, and proper storage standards.
• A solid understanding of safe work and sanitation practices.
• Experience implementing and supporting effective food and waste control measures.
• The ability to function with a calm and controlled demeanor in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Flexibility in accommodating dietary requirements, special requests, and last-minute menu changes without compromising standards.
• A desire to contribute exciting and innovative ideas towards the ongoing improvement of the Pastry Shop and the Wickaninnish Inn as a whole.
• A strong understanding of local products and current culinary and pastry trends.
• An ability to make a 2-year commitment in this position.

Salary/Wage: $57,000 per year

Additional Information

A good relationship is built upon mutual and reciprocal appreciation. We value the time and experience you bring to your work; here are some of the benefits and privileges you’ll have access to alongside your experience at the Inn: Employment Benefits

By submitting an application, you are attesting that the information given is accurate. As we receive a high volume of e-mails, we are only able to respond directly to you if your resume and interests align with our currently available positions.