Property Executive Sous Chef

As the latest jewel in the renowned Hard Rock crown this exceptional venue is set to redefine entertainment and hospitality in Canadas capital city.

Boasting a prime location Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa will be a stunning fusion of contemporary style and timeless rock n roll flair. The moment you step inside youll be transported into a world of music memorabilia and nonstop excitement.

Are you ready to experience the ultimate rock star treatment in the heart of Ottawa Let the countdown begin!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent will report to the Executive Chef and will directly supervise and lead the team ofoutlet chefs. They are responsible for assisting in the overseeing directing and performing the dailyexecution of all assigned kitchen food production andservice while establishing andmaintaining standards of operation in the areas of food quality timelines of food cleanliness andmaintenance profitability and supervision of staff

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not allinclusive for this position)

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Ottawa their choice for gamingentertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to teammembers in order to provide superior guest service.
• Oversees the daily Back of the House and Culinary Food & Beverage operations.
• Responsible for menu development food quality preparation and presentation.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining adequate par levels and inventory control procedures.
• Responsible for working with vendors and obtaining food quotes and food purchases.
• Oversees food transfers and requisitions for the outlets.
• Control food and labor costs
• Oversees employees training and development of food quality and safety.
• Maintains the Food Services Standards of Hard Rock Casino Ottawa.
• Responsible for cleanliness of the supervised areas and sanitation standards as defined by the Health Department guidelines.
• Supervises Back of the House and Culinary Food & Beverage staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations of direct reports and assist in analyzing development of staff

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Pertinent federal provincial and local laws codes and regulations.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• Food food product food preparation etc.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• How to prepare stocks soups mother sauces all varieties of meat including veal pork beef lamb poultrygame and seafood.
• Complete understanding of kitchen operations.
• Demonstrated organizational skills budgeting experience and full understanding of financials

ABILITY TO:

• Develop and administer goals objectives and
• Make unpopular and/or difficult decisions which benefit the organization in the short and long
• Be a strategic ethical and effective
• Select supervise train and evaluate team
• Interpret and explain policies and
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during
• Must have the ability to withstand noisy and smokefilled environments.
• Must be able to stand 50 of shift walk 45 ofshift and sit 5 of shift.

EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)Culinary Arts degree required.

• Must have a minimum of five years experience in the Culinary Arts.
• Previous supervisory background in hospitality industry.
• Banquet and beverage operations experience required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are a must.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses Certifications Testing etc):

• Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per AGCO (Alcohol Gaming Commission Ontario)
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must be at least nineteen 19 years of age.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends as well as flexible shifts.
• Prior experience in the Gaming industry strongly preferred

Working Conditions:

• Duties and responsibilities are typically performed in a highly regulated and controlled environment but there will be times where you will need to be on the Casino Floor to complete job functions as outlined or pass through this area. On the Casino Floor you may be exposed to casinorelated environmental factors including but not limited to excessive noise.

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Hard Rock Ottawa values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment processplease advise Human Resources.

We thank all candidates for their interest however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Hard Rock International is an equal opportunity employer. We live our motto LOVE ALL SERVE ALL and strive to foster an inclusive workplace culture for every team member.

We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Please contact Human Resources at if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.