What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef - Toronto Blue Jays position at Legends Careers?
LEGENDS
Founded in 2008, Legends’ operating divisions worldwide include – Global Partnerships, Global Sales, Hospitality, Global Partnerships, Global Merchandise, Global Technology Solutions, Attractions, Growth Enterprises – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals 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. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.
TORONTO BLUE JAYS
A role with the Toronto Blue Jays means you will be a part of impacting the fan experience. The fan experience means a commitment to providing best in class customer service for fans who travel near and far to watch Canada’s team. Our employees are resilient, innovative and thrive in an environment where teamwork, accountability, and empowerment are at the forefront of all of our game days and events.
THE ROLE
Under the direction of the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, this individual will be responsible for effectively supporting all culinary operations including the oversight of all production, operation, and sanitation aspects of culinary and stewarding operations throughout the facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist the Executive Chef in the planning and development of menu items and recipes for concessions, catering and premium locations.
- Assists in maintaining high standards of sanitation and cleanliness
- Aids the Executive Chef in maintaining the highest possible rating from the Health Department
- Assists in the training, safety, sanitation and accident prevention controls within the kitchen
- Helps to develop and test recipes as well as techniques for food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality
- Assists in the assurance of consistent food qualities in both presentation and preparation
- Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control while working within budget guidelines.
- Helps ensure that all recipes and methods are being followed
- Ensures the maintenance of kitchen equipment
- Reports and documents hazardous conditions or unsafe practices within the work environment
- Contributes to the creation of menu specifications for all food items including all pricing information
- Works directly with the Executive Chef on food production and menu development
- Ensures high and consistent food qualities in both presentation and preparation
- Assists in the checking and tasting all food before events take place
- Conduct meetings/pre-shifts to update staff on daily goals and objectives.
- Work to make sure all products go out in a timely manner and stay within required temps
- Must be the “Last Person” out of the kitchen and ensure proper closing. Will also report to the Shift supervisor before they depart the building.
- Other duties as assigned by Executive Chef
- Ensure all closing duties for kitchen are completed
- Conduct training of staff as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree or have graduated from a certified apprenticeship program with a minimum of 2-3 years management experience in high-volume venues or the contract foodservice industry for a sports and entertainment venue
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment
- Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative, leadership, and management skills
- Experience managing in a union environment a plus
- Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management
- Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays
- Must be able to work in a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- High level of attention to detail and organization
- Strong leadership skills
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
Location: On Site
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.
