Position Summary
Canada’s first Gordon Ramsay Burger is currently on the lookout for our next Sous Chef. Be a part of Chef Ramsay’s signature burger concept that marries culinary finesse with comfort food nostalgia- the perfect recipe for an immersive dining experience. Our Sous Chef will be responsible for the supervision of the Culinary team to create gourmet burgers, scratch-made sauces, and indulgent sides, ensuring a complete and satisfying dining experience for all burger enthusiasts. Our Sous Chef will promote and take initiative in the continual quest for culinary excellence while upholding service priorities including safety, cleanliness, quality, and speed. Are you ready to be part of this exclusive opportunity and leave your mark on the Canadian culinary landscape?
Key Accountabilities
Provides leadership, direction and mentoring to the culinary operation at the site level; develops performance objectives and delivers performance evaluations for direct reports
Schedules and supervises culinary team members; assigns shift work assignments; edits and approves timecards
Directs team members to prepare, pre-cook, cook and present menu items in a timely fashion, following standardized Gordon Ramsay recipes
Prepares, pre-cooks, cooks and presents menu items; assists on the floor as required
Maintains budgeted labor and food costs as directed
Submits food product requirements for approval; may order food and non-food product through regional buying programs
Assists in the development of new food items, standardized procedures and par inventory levels
Trains team members in new culinary techniques through floor demonstrations or coaching sessions
Reviews monthly inventory reports; analyzes discrepancies and takes appropriate action; conducts inventory counts in some locations
Liaises and communicates effectively with all appropriate operational departments
Develops and cultivates strong working relationships with all stakeholders: guests, management; team members and vendors
Ensures compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
Performs other duties as assigned or directed
Education and Qualifications
High School Diploma; Post Secondary education in culinary management or suitable combination of education and experience an asset
Minimum 2 years of culinary management experience
Red Seal certification through ITA or current enrollment in the program an asset
Food Safety Certification Level 2
Computer literacy in MS Office
Experience managing in a unionized environment an asset
Ability to successfully obtain a Criminal Record Check
Work Environment Considerations
Regular kitchen environment, standing and walking for long periods of time and non-traditional work hours
Your benefits will include:
Extended Health Coverage
Paid Wellness days (after 3 months of employment)
Bonus plan
Three weeks paid vacation per calendar year
Wellness program
Company matching RRSP program (after 3 months of employment)
Who we are!
GREAT ENTERTAINMENT. GREAT PEOPLE. GREAT INVESTMENT. GREAT CANADIAN.
Since our inception in 1982, Great Canadian has grown to be one of the largest and most dynamic gaming and entertainment companies in Canada. With 23 properties across Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick, our facilities include over 16,000 slot machines, 575 table games, 71 dining amenities and over 500 hotel rooms. Working closely alongside our crown agency partners, our team of 9,500 strive to offer the very best gaming, entertainment, dining, and hospitality experiences.
Our Vision is to be the leading gaming, entertainment, and hospitality company in our chosen markets by providing superior entertainment value and exceptional experiences.
Our Mission is to provide outstanding experiences to our guests rewarding opportunities for our team, and superior value to our shareholders.
What's in it for you?
We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your clients!
You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world.
Freedom to Innovate: supports new and better ways to be successful.
Be your Authentic Self: environment that values diversity as a source of strength.
This isn't your typical "corporate" job. We work hard and we have fun!
The only thing we don’t play games with…..is your career!
Great Canadian Entertainment is committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
Thank you for your interest in Great Canadian Entertainment!
Great Canadian Entertainment is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and we welcome all qualified candidates to apply. We accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process and applicants are encouraged to advise Human Resources in advance if an accommodation is required. We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those qualified to continue in the recruitment process.
