Sous Chef - The Bison Restaurant & Terrace

We’re seeking a Sous Chef to join us at The Bison! Named in Trip Advisor's top 10 Canadian fine dining restaurants and OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants in Canada, we proudly feature regional, seasonal, Canadian cuisine. Watch the show as a line of talented chefs prepare your meal in our open concept copper kitchen. Specializing in forno creations, fresh plant based dishes and of course Alberta bison. Enjoy your meal from our mountain view dining room, or escape to our rooftop terrace. Sip away on a signature cocktail, local craft beer or choose from our carefully selected wine list. Want to know more? Check us out here: https://www.thebison.ca/

We Love Perks! This Position Includes:

• Great salaries, achievable bonus programs + tips
• $200 Welcome Gift Card to use at any BHC Venue
• 50% off food, bottles of wine & sake for yourself + a guest at all BHC venues
• Learning & Development allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Extended health benefits with premiums completely paid for by BHC after 3 months
• RRSP matching program after 3 months
• Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage after 3 months
• 3 weeks paid vacation + statutory holidays
• Paid community volunteer time
• Affordable manager housing may be available

What You’ll Do:

• Produce quality food experiences for our guests, lead the kitchen team, and hire amazing people to join our team.
• Work with the Chef to maintain kitchen organization, efficiency, and supervise all food preparation ensuring presentation, quality, and standards are met.
• Ensure cooking stations are stocked for peak operation hours and coordinate ordering of supplies to meet kitchen needs, on budget and on time.
• Lead the kitchen team with the Chef, providing guidance, training, and recognizing opportunities for improvement of kitchen team members.
• Manage food and product ordering, keep detailed records, minimize waste, and verify proper food storage that meets all regulatory and corporate standards.
• Verify the food storage system is functioning correctly and that all staff understands the importance of proper food product dating and organization.
• Act as an ambassador of our employer brand, seeking top talent and assisting with hiring for the kitchen team.

What You Have:

• 2-3 years culinary experience is required.
• Prior experience in a supervisory kitchen role.
• Food Safety certification and knowledge of its application.
• Knowledge of best practices for training kitchen staff and implementing kitchen procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment while remaining calm and collected.
• Amazing team player with a knack for bringing others together towards a common goal.
• Ability to connect with people and build trusting relationships.
• Excellent communication skills and understanding of effective communication and workplace culture.
• Ability to consider different perspectives and be open to new approaches.
• Ability to work with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Flexible schedule required.

Banff Hospitality Collective is: Balkan Restaurant | Chuck's Steakhouse | High Rollers | Magpie & Stump | Park Distillery Restaurant & Bar | The Bear Street Tavern | The Bison Restaurant + Terrace | The Eddie Burger Bar | The Maple Leaf Grill and Lounge | Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant | Hello Sunshine | Lupo Italian | Bluebird Restaurant | Mount View Barbecue | Pizzeria Sophia | Are you ready to join us at Banff’s most iconic and popular downtown restaurants?

BHC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you are invited to participate in the hiring process and require an accommodation request, please let us know in advance by responding to the invite email.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.