Executive Chef - Toronto, Canada - Fairmont Royal York

Fairmont Royal York

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

18 hours ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Company Description

For over 91 years, Fairmont Royal York has stood proudly as a Toronto landmark.

When the hotel opened in 1929 it was the tallest building in the British Common Wealth and contained 1,048 rooms, a concert hall, library, extensive bakery, radio station and even a hospital.

Today, this essential downtown landmark has completed a multi-million dollar transformation, reimagining its lobby, rooms, dining venues, event spaces, and Fairmont Gold - the property's exclusive hotel within a hotel luxury experience.

Another stunning chapter for Fairmont Royal York has begun.

Job Description:

Responsible for the direction, coordination and creation of all food preparation throughout the Culinary Department at the Fairmont Royal York.

Responsible for the sanitation of all kitchens respecting all regulations lay out by the Local Health Authority.

Will respect and promote all Fairmont values related to Guest and Employee satisfaction, safety and wellness of all employees in the kitchen.

Confers with the Food and Beverage director on present and proposed practices and procedures
Responsible for delivering an agreed food cost for the hotel through cost and waste control, correct menu pricing and ensuring that close communication between all relevant departments takes place to assist in this.
To implement and manage EcoSure compliance program
Attend food and beverage executive meetings, department head meetings and management to coordinate kitchen department activities with other departments and hotel policies
Create all hotel menus in a creative and trendsetting manner, respecting the Fairmont core values of authentically local, unrivalled presence and engaging service.
Conducts departmental meetings for training and discussion
Must have expert knowledge in large volume catering in all markets particularly corporate, convention and social markets.
To determine all food specifications and coordinate all ordering of food and kitchen supplies. To work closely with the Manager of purchasing in buying all food products
Coordinate with the Catering Manager on banquet menu specifications
Take the lead role in customizing the culinary experience for all our guests
To perform interviews for prospecting applicants for job vacancies in conjunction with the Human Resources department on employment and other employee relation matters
Responsible for the overall payroll and scheduling of staff to meet business fluctuations
Responsible for the financial performance of the culinary operation must have a sound knowledge of budget creation and implementation
Responsible for the Fairmont Culinary Apprenticeship program, and must ensure that any Apprenticeships receives the best possible training to fulfill the goals of the employee as well as the hotel.
By training Apprenticeships, the Executive Chef is responsible for meeting with the Coordinator of the Apprenticeships at least 12 times annually

Qualifications:

Minimum 12 years cooking experience
Previous experience as an Executive Chef in large luxury hotel
EcoSure experience a distinct advantage

Physical Aspects of Position (included but not limited to):

Frequent sitting throughout shift
Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs
Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Additional Information

Do you enjoy helping others and building emotional connections to make people feel special and welcomed? If so, then we want YOU to be part of our Fairmont Royal York family.

Every day you will be responsible for engaging with our guests, clients and colleagues.

You will create the essential Toronto experience at the hotel that has been a Canadian icon for over 91 years.

You will be given the responsibility to ensure that our guests and colleagues feel WELCOMED, CARED FOR and INCREDIBLE. Being part of the Fairmont Royal York family is more than providing warm and consistent service.

As an ambassador of Fairmont Royal York, you will take the initiatives necessary to turn moments into memories by taking the time to understand our guests' purposes:

why are they staying at Fairmont Royal York, what is their length of stay and what are their preferences and passions? Making our guests feel heard and cared for creates an emotional connection to our brand and builds loyalty.

These emotional connections are not just for guests. As part of the Fairmont Royal York family, you will be tasked with creating impactful relationships with your colleagues.

If creating these lasting relationships and experiences excites you, read more about how your role supports our vision of continuing to create the essential Toronto experience

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