Delta Toronto
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Posted On: August 13, 2014
Last Day to Apply: September 13, 2014
Employment Type: Full Time - Salaried

POSITION: Junior Sous Chef

 

HOTEL: Delta Toronto at Southcore Financial Centre

 

LOCATION: Downtown Toronto

 

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef

DIRECT REPORTS: Culinary Colleagues

 

About Delta Toronto:

Located in the heart of Toronto’s new Southcore neighbourhood, Delta Toronto will connect people with the financial and entertainment districts through direct access to the PATH, Union Station and Metro Toronto Convention Centre.  The hotel will also act as a stepping stone to neighbouring cultural and sporting events, attractions and a revitalized waterfront. 

Delta Hotels and Resorts is in the midst of a major transformation to better serve Canadian and international travelers.  Designed to exceed the evolving expectations of the modern traveler, Delta Toronto will serve as the flagship for Delta’s growing portfolio of hotels and resorts across Canada.  The Delta Toronto is scheduled to open late November 2014. 

Our Values:

Most importantly, the successful candidate will demonstrate Delta’s Values in all aspects of their job.  These include:

• We are one team.
• We respect each other.
• We always act with integrity.
• We are passionate about what we do.
• We are active leaders in our local communities.

Role Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Junior Sous Chef is to support the culinary leaders in the management of the culinary team, Restaurant and In-Room Dining food service and provide support to Banquet food production.    

This position requires exceptionally strong communication and a collaborative approach with all hotel leadership team members and departmental colleagues. 

The Junior Sous Chef’s responsibilities also include: 

• Supporting culinary leaders in providing leadership to culinary colleagues and ensuring an elevated experience in all food and beverage areas within the hotel.
• Working alongside the culinary team to ensure excellence standards are met, to inspire creativity and to coach colleagues in their professional development. 
• Working closely with the culinary leaders to seek opportunities to increase food revenues.
• In the absence of other culinary leaders, be the supervisor on duty in the Kitchen.
• Supporting the culinary leaders to ensure adherence to Delta Hotels and Resorts Brand Standards.
• Effectively support the culinary leaders in the management of the Kitchen to ensure the achievement of our vision, our financial and our service goals.
• Supporting the culinary leaders establishing and fostering all partner relations that contribute to the success of the hotels food and beverage operations.
• Supporting the development of culinary colleagues and apprentices, which includes but is not limited to performance development reviews, competitions, and skill/knowledge development.
• Assisting with training and development of colleagues, with a strong focus on creativity, engagement and elevated guest experience.
• Foster a coaching culture that encourages colleagues to achieve personal and professional success. 

Qualifications:

• Must have Culinary Red Seal Trade Qualifications Certificate or recognized equivalent.
• Current Food Handler Certification.
• Potential and/or proven ability as an effective leader, possessing a high degree of professionalism and passion.
• Results oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well in a busy and demanding environment. 
• Prior experience working in a hotel environment with a Restaurant would be an asset.
• Must be energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Able to work all shifts including days, evenings and weekends. 
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.  Please note that the hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Interpersonal Skills:

This position requires a highly motivated, energetic, super organized hands-on professional with exceptionally strong leadership and collaboration skills who can guide and motivate colleagues, as well as consult and influence internal and external partners and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The Junior Sous Chef must have strong communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group of colleagues, managers and guests. 

About Delta Hotels and Resorts

A leading Canadian hotel management company, Delta Hotels and Resorts owns, operates and franchises a diversified portfolio with 46 full-service, city centre and airport hotels and resorts under the Delta brand. Widely regarded as Canada’s “brand of choice” by guests and owners, Delta also distinguishes itself as an exemplary employer. It is the only hotel company to have been recognized for its sustained focus on business excellence by the prestigious National Quality Institute with three Canada Awards for Excellence, including the award program’s highest honor, the Order of Excellence (2007). The company has also consistently ranked as one of the country’s 50 Best Employers for 11 years, and has been named to the Green 30 since 2010. Its Corporate Social Responsibility platform, Delta Helps, includes a chain-wide commitment to the communities it serves through a national partnership with Habitat for Humanity Canada, participation in the Hotel Association of Canada’s Green Key Eco-Rating program, and work with various other charitable groups.