Head Chef - Whistler, Canada - The FireRock Lounge

Description

The iconic Longhorn Saloon is seeking a new Head Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead an amazing team and be a part of Whistler's No.

From champagne showers to the legendary Longhorn nachos, this iconic Whistler bar is where the party happens, serving lunch, après, dinner, and late-night The Longhorn Saloon is a locally owned, fast-paced Après venue in the heart of Whistler village, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

We are now looking for a talented Head Chef to continue to develop and elevate our food program and manage our back of house team.

You will provide the support and food safety practices that facilitate a smooth dining service and a cohesive working environment.

• Competitive salary + tipout
• On shift meals
• 50% F&B Discounts across Gibbons venues
• 75% off The Adventure Group (snowmobiling, ziplining, rafting and more)
• 3rd party perks in McCoos, Altitude Fitness, Bailey Nelson and more
• Team celebrations throughout the year

• Uphold Core Values: Have Fun, Encourage Trust, Show Kindness, Act like an Owner & Hustle
• Menu development
• Oversee and ownership of hiring, leading, attendance & training, performance reviews of kitchen team
• FOH training through product knowledge
• Work with the General Manager to develop venue budgets, assist in operating within budgetary guidelines, evaluate financial/labor COS/food COS reports & adjust operations as needed to achieve financial/labour COS/food COS goals
• Scheduling and managing teams
• Inventory best practice
• Have your finger on the pulse of ongoing food trends in the industry
• Budgeting and financial planning for labor and food costs

• 5 years minimum kitchen experience
• Excellent leadership skills
• Administration skills and experience
• Attention to detail
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong communication skills
• Strong Process skills
• Red Seal certification or other culinary training an asset