- Plan innovative and on trend menus, maintaining financial responsibility for the menu mix. Analyze menu and food costs and the preparation of cost and quality efficient menus
- Work closely with Beverage Manager/Sommelier to develop beverage/wine and food menus that inspire our VIP Guests and enhance the guest experience
- Prepare reports regarding food and menu analysis.
- People and product focused hands-on management of day to day operations of the New Premium Club offerings
- Implements and enforces all departmental and organizational policies and procedures. Assures staff compliance with all standards, policies and procedures.
- Managing associates utilizing Sous Chefs and Lead Cooks through planning and scheduling of work assignments and performance development. Administers corrective counseling process, training and development, appraisals, payroll accountability.
- Work with the Director of Premium Clubs to prepare annual budgets and ensure all fiscal responsibilities are met.
- Oversee inventory management to assure all Clubs are adequately supplied at all times. Performs periodic inventory. Requisitioning and Purchasing. Maintains effective vendor relationships.
- Oversees the sanitation standards of the kitchen to ensure compliance with local health department regulations and company standards.
- Direct interaction with high level and VIP clients
- Perform related duties as assigned by Leadership
- The ideal team member will have a degree or certification from an accredited culinary arts institute, and Chef certification. At least five () years of experience as an executive sous chef in a high-end and or fine dining environment. Experience with high volume an asset.
- Proven track record in improving kitchen efficiencies, quality, food and labor costs.
- Must have excellent managerial, financial analysis, team building and communication skills/customer service.
- Must have knowledge of kitchen sanitation, operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
- Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized with the ability to learn new programs and procedures quickly.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Must be open to providing incidental or short-term support to other facilities in the event of a business emergency.
- Ability to travel to the US required
Executive Sous Chef - Toronto, Canada - Legends
Description
LEGENDS
Founded in Legends works with marquee clients across the world including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning, and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. We believe that exceptional venue experiences should extend beyond game day and show time. From five-star feasts and craft cocktails to local eats and sizzling chef-inspired creations, we are renowned for our exceptional dining experiences. Our fresh, creative cuisine is just the beginning. We strive to delight guests at every turn: candy walls, in-house bakeshops and a warm welcome at every turn. For more information, visit
On the heels of fans first experiencing the newly renovated Rogers Centre Outfield District, the Toronto Blue Jays will be introducing three new premium clubs, opening during the season as part of the next phase of Rogers Centre renovations.
The new premium clubs will be located beneath a completely reimagined lower bowl, connected to the best seats in the ballpark, with entertainment experiences. Each club offers a differentiated experience to satisfy unique fan interests, with personalized level of service including private members.
THE ROLE
The Executive Sous Chef Premium Clubs is responsible for directing and administering the planning, preparation, production and control of all culinary operations in the restaurant. The role reports to the Sr. Executive Chef of F&B at Rogers Centre.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and RSP Plan
WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.
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