Lead fine dining kitchen operations as Sous Chef at Wickaninnish Inn on Vancouver Island's West Coast, applying culinary excellence and focused leadership.
As part of the Culinary Team, you will assist the Executive Chef with daily operations at a Relais & Châteaux property. The position covers production, presentation, supervision, training, mentoring, ordering, inventory, menu planning, and kitchen communication. You will help maintain service, safety, hygiene, and culinary standards recognized by Forbes, Michelin Key, AAA Four Diamond, and Travel & Leisure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Executive Chef with daily culinary operations
- Supervise, train, and mentor culinary staff
- Manage ordering, inventory, and menu planning
- Maintain culinary excellence, safety, and commercial hygiene
- Assume culinary management during the Chef's absence
Requirements:
- Minimum three years in a similar fine dining position
- Valid FoodSafe Certification
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Leadership, organization, and time management abilities
- Journeyman or Red Seal Certification is an asset
Bring fine dining experience, calm leadership, and culinary discipline to Wickaninnish Inn's celebrated kitchen on Vancouver Island.
Fine Dining Sous Chef Vancouver Island in Ucluelet employer: Wickaninnish Inn Ltd.
At the Wickaninnish Inn, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a prestigious Relais & Châteaux property on the stunning West Coast. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our supportive work culture, where team members are encouraged to learn and develop their skills while delivering world-class service. With a focus on sustainability and community legacy, we create a fulfilling environment that values each individual's contributions and fosters a sense of belonging.
