sous-chef

Title posted on indeed.com - Sous Chef

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Employer details Steele Hotels

Job details

Founded in 1970, Steele Hotels is an independent hotel operator based out of Newfoundland and Labrador Canada. With origins in Gander, NL the company has grown to include locations in St. John's, NL, Corner Brook, NL, and Fredericton, NB. Steele Hotels is looking for a full-time *Sous Chef *to join our JAG Hotel in St. John?s, NL. As a *Sous Chef*, you?ll be responsible for delivering an exceptional dining experience, ensuring every event meets our high-quality standards and exceeds guest expectations. You?ll play a key role in food preparation, plating, and quality assurance, and stepping in to oversee operations in the absence of the Executive Chef. You?ll also maintain recipes and operational standards, helping create memorable culinary experiences for every guest. *Main Duties & Responsibilities:* * Monitoring and controlling inventory * Ordering/Invoices * Month-end inventory and daily reporting * Scheduling and ensuring proper coverage of staffing and covering sick calls when required * Prepare and cook all menu items and feature items to present and train cooks as well as ensure quality/presentation at all times meets hotel standards * Manage menu preparation and pricing * Lead and supervise the food and beverage team by directing and coordinating the daily activities of the kitchen while fostering a positive, professional relationship with front-of-house * Ensure Health, Safety, and food service regulations are met and followed * Instruct staff on all emergency measures * Ensuring guest satisfaction at all times * Coach, train, and guide new members of the team, putting in place proper orientation training and ongoing training and development for team members * Control and monitor department budget * Demonstrate a professional and positive presentation to guests and colleagues, and be well groomed * Perform other duties, as assigned *Qualifications, Skills & Attributes:* · A minimum of 5 years? experience in the cooking industry · Experience leading a team · Red Seal Occupational Standard considered an asset · Strong communication & supervisory skills · Proficient computer knowledge (MS Word/Excel) · Strong financial/analytical abilities *Why Work with Us:* · Competitive compensation package · Company RRSP matching plan to secure your financial future · Comprehensive health benefits including dental and vision coverage · Employee Family Assistance Program [EFAP], including counseling services and life coaching · Paid time off, including vacation time, sick leave, and statutory holidays · Other employee benefits such as discounts on food, gym memberships, and phone plans, etc. · Gratuities If you are interested in working with a growing company and want to grow with us, we welcome you to apply to *careers@steelehotels.com.* Please include ?*Sous Chef*? in the email subject line, and use the following naming convention for the resume file: _*First Name Last Name - Resume*_. *Closing Date: June 26, 2025. * We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals, we welcome everyone to apply. Please note, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $53,000.00 per year Benefits: * Dental care * Discounted or free food * Extended health care * Paid time off * RRSP match * Vision care Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2025-06-26