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Chef De Cuisine Pantages Jobs in Toronto, Canada at Silver Hotel Group
Title: Chef De Cuisine Pantages
Company: Silver Hotel Group
Location: Toronto, Canada
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Position: Chef De Cuisine | Full-time | Pantages Downtown
Chef de Cuisine
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef de Cuisine to take its F&B operation to a whole new level, where dining becomes an experience! The ideal candidate will take a hands-on approach to managing, mentoring, directing and organizing the kitchen that services the Restaurant & Lounge, Room Service, and Banquets. If you have an appetite for delivering outstanding service and creating “WOW” experiences and are looking for an opportunity to showcase your talent and develop your career, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
What We Offer
- Work with like-minded team members who are passionate about their work and keep things fun, every day!
- Working with a reputable brand and being part of Silver Hotel Group, a company committed to ensuring a culture of respect, appreciation, and fun (among other things of course)!
- A fast-paced environment in an exciting industry, where you get the chance to meet people from all over the world. It’s a good place to be right now!
- Education Reimbursement for you (and your children!)
- RRSP Matching Program
- Annual Wellness Credit
- Team Member Referral Program
- Leadership Development
- Team Building Events
- Culture of Recognition Program
- Hotel Stay Discounts
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Food and Beverage Manager, the Chef de Cuisine’s responsibilities include:
- Prepare and cook a variety of cuisine for all daily menu dining outlets and banquets, using skill, creativity and cost-effective methods;
- Ensure that food is prepared according to standardized recipes and specifications to maintain consistency and ensure all quality standards and food cost standards are met;
- Responsible for supervising / managing / overseeing all food operations;
- Maintain a hands-on approach to cooking “on the line” during busy service times as well as training and developing kitchen staff on a daily basis;
- Interview, hire and train all kitchen team members on departmental policies and procedures, approved safety, safe food handling and sanitation practices;
- Successfully manage kitchen teams in multiple food outlet areas;
- Achieve consistent financial targets with purchasing, inventory, food and labour cost control methods;
- Work closely with F&B Manager/Supervisor to develop successful Food & Beverage/Hospitality operations;
- Comply with all regulatory health and safety codes, working towards creating a strong work place health and safety environment;
- Responsible for all Menu Development throughout the year including Restaurant, Banquets and any other special events/requests that are requested;
- Other duties as assigned by the F&B Manager or designate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We are Looking for…
- Minimum 3 years culinary experience in a hotel environment in a similar role;
- Minimum 1 year previous work experience in a similar capacity considered an asset;
- Apprenticeship or college level accreditation, Red Seal or recognized International equivalent;
- Proven track record in menu and service design;
- Strong cost control skills;
- Excellent knowledge of current culinary trends;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Hands-on approach to training and a leadership style committed to developing and motivating the culinary team to attain a superior level of guest service;
- Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset;
- Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations;
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure;
- Ability to achieve deadlines while focusing on departmental/hotel fiscal results;
- Ability to work cohesively with all team members in all departments;
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts as required including early mornings, evenings, weekends and Holidays.
About Us
The hotel building was designed by world renowned architect Moshe Safdie, the postmodern limestone building was completed in 2003 to match its surrounding theatre establishments. Pantages Hotel is a boutique hotel with intimate surroundings in the heart of Canada’s Downtown, just steps away from the best shopping, dining and entertainment the city has…