Sous Chef - Lupo Italian
We’re seeking a Sous Chef to join us at Lupo Italian! Ranked 6th in Canada's 100 Best Top 10 New Restaurants in Canada, 2023. Friends and family unite in Little Banff Italy! Lupo captures the bustle and vibrancy of a traditional Italian marketplace. Watch our chefs hand-stretch pizza dough, roll fresh pasta and grill tender meats and seafood. Indulge in a classic martini at our lamp-lit bar, enjoy the mountain views from a coveted window seat, or relax on our sun-soaked patio, Aperol Spritz in hand. Lupo will transport you to the streets of Italy with views of Banff. Salut! Want to know more? Check us out here: https://www.lupobanff.com/
We Love Perks! This Position Includes:
- Great salaries, achievable bonus programs + tips
- $200 Welcome Gift Card to use at any BHC Venue
- 50% off food, bottles of wine & sake for yourself + a guest at all BHC venues
- Learning & Development allowance
- Cell phone allowance
- Extended health benefits with premiums completely paid for by BHC after 3 months
- RRSP matching program after 3 months
- Short-term & Long-term Disability coverage after 3 months
- 3 weeks paid vacation + statutory holidays
- Paid community volunteer time
- Subsidized manager housing may be available
What You’ll Do:
- Support the Chef de Cuisine in delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences
- Help lead and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a positive, efficient work environment
- Maintain kitchen organization, cleanliness, and operational efficiency
- Oversee food preparation to ensure consistency, quality, presentation, and standards are met
- Ensure stations are properly stocked and ready for peak service periods
- Manage inventory, ordering, and record-keeping while minimizing waste
- Assist with food and supply ordering to meet operational needs, on time and within budget
- Assist with training, coaching, and developing kitchen team members
- Act as an ambassador for BHC by helping identify and hire great culinary talent
What You Have:
- 2-3 years culinary experience is required
- Prior experience in a supervisory kitchen role is an asset
- Food Safety and WHMIS certification required (we can help you get certified if needed)
- Knowledge of kitchen training best practices and standard operating procedures
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while staying calm under pressure
- Strong leadership and teamwork skills with a collaborative mindset
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport
- Flexible schedule required
Banff Hospitality Collective is: https://www.banffcollective.com/banff-restaurants
BHC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you are invited to participate in the hiring process and require an accommodation request, please let us know in advance by responding to the invite email.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.