Executive Sous Chef

Company Description

Why work for Fairmont Vancouver Airport?

Steps away from the airline gates, Fairmont Vancouver Airport offers 386 beautifully appointed accomodations and is the only hotel located within Vancouver International Airport. Our guest rooms and suites are spacious with soundproofed, floor-to-ceiling windows and unobstructed views of the airport runways and North Shore Mountains. Newly renovated, Fairmont Gold rooms are located on the top floor of the hotel with access to first class service and amenities, including the exclusive Fairmont Gold Lounge.

What's in it for you?

• An inclusive, empowering, and positive workplace, where we place people at the heart of everything we do
• The only luxury hospitality group to be awarded Great Place to Work® Canada 
• The opportunity to have fun at work alongside passionate hoteliers
• The opportunity to live, work and play across the world through our employee travel and internal transfer programs 
• Complimentary duty meal in our colleague dining room
• Complimentary hotel stay for two through our BE OUR GUEST program 
• Employee benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide 
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Sustainability and DEI Committees
• A comprehensive benefits package including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits  
• A company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP) 
• Reimbursement program for TransLink monthly pass or YVR Employee Parking pass
• Up to $100 per year in safety footwear allowance
• Up to $200 per year in tool reimbursement allowance
• Competitive salary starting at $85,000 with annual compensation review
• Opportunity for additional earnings through Leadership Incentive Program

Job Description

What you will be doing:

Leadership & Culinary Excellence

• Lead day-to-day culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and consistency across all outlets
• Collaborate daily with the Executive Chef to align on operational goals and challenges
• Inspire, guide, and mentor a team of culinary professionals through performance management, feedback, and ongoing training
• Chair monthly departmental communication meetings and conduct regular one-on-one and performance reviews
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and motivating work environment focused on teamwork and discipline

Menu Innovation & Quality Control

• Elevate menu offerings through recipe development and continuous culinary innovation
• Oversee food preparation and presentation standards for Banquets, In-Room Dining, Restaurants, and VIP events
• Partner with F&B managers to create and execute successful promotions and guest experiences
• Ensure consistency in food portioning, purchasing specifications, and quality control

Operations & Financial Performance

• Monitor labor, food, and operating costs; implement effective cost control and revenue-generating strategies
• Manage staff scheduling, vacation planning, and labor standards using Watson tools
• Conduct daily kitchen walk-throughs and liaise with the Chief Steward for cleanliness and sanitation
• Lead all required Health Audits and spot checks and ensure compliance with provincial requirements

Collaboration & Guest Experience

• Maintain open communication with F&B Managers and Culinary teams to address guest feedback and operational updates
• Interact with clients and the Catering team to ensure successful execution of events
• Strive to exceed guest satisfaction targets including food quality, variety, and timeliness of service

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

• Minimum 4 years of Sous Chef experience in a high-volume culinary setting, preferably in a luxury hotel
• Red Seal Certification (or international equivalent) and Food Safe certification preferred
• Culinary diploma or certification preferred
• Strong background in restaurant operations with a focus in fine dining
• Proven experience in cost control and managing food, equipment, labor, and wastage and proven ability to manage costs and achieve financial goals
• Strong culinary skills, including food presentation and contemporary serving styles
• Computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Windows applications
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible, dependable, able to work under pressure and maintain focus on guest satisfaction
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Frequent walking, standing throughout shift
• Regular lifting (up to 50 lbs), kneeling, pushing, pulling
• Regular use of ladders, stairs, and ramps

Additional Information

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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