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Permanent, Full-Time (40 hrs) | Benefitted Position | Salary: $65,000 - $70,000Are you a creative culinary professional who is full of energy and fresh ideas? Are you looking for more meaning in your work?PARC Retirement Living is an award-winning developer and operator of independent senior-living communities. We\xe2\x80\x99re seeking a Sous Chef for Cristalina PARC, our new community in Kelowna which will open its doors in spring-summer 2024.Welcome to Cristalina PARCPARC communities are inspiring spaces, where our residents come, not just to live \xe2\x80\x93 but to live comfortably, and engage with a vibrant community of like-minded people. Now, we\xe2\x80\x99re bringing our unique offering to Kelowna: in the heart of the vibrant Pandosy Village, Cristalina PARC is starting to blossom. Just one block from Lake Okanagan, the residence is set to open in 2024, with 133 gorgeously appointed suites. This modern, sustainably designed nine-story building is purpose-made for independent living, with vitality and social connection built right in. Residents can enjoy fine dining, lounge area, fitness activities, arts, culture, and gardening \xe2\x80\x93 or just sit back and take in beautiful views of the lake with a glass of fine wine.The PARC dining experience is as fast-paced and service-oriented as any high-end restaurant or caf\xc3\xa9 \xe2\x80\x93 and our cuisine rivals the best, too! But PARC is also the place our residents call home. So, as you become a member of our close-knit team, you\xe2\x80\x99ll forge close relationships with the seniors who live here.As a PARC Sous Chef, you\xe2\x80\x99re a member of our Food and Beverage team, responsible for:

  • Creating an incredible dining experience for our residents and guests.
  • Overseeing food preparation, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to perfection and presented attractively.
  • Stepping in to manage the kitchen in the Head Chef\xe2\x80\x99s absence.
  • Assisting the Head Chef in planning and executing menus that align with the residence restaurant\xe2\x80\x99s concept and vision.
  • Collaborating with the kitchen staff to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work space.
  • Assisting with receiving and storing food deliveries.
  • Monitoring inventory levels and assisting with ordering and maintaining stock of kitchen supplies.
  • People management, training and mentoring junior kitchen staff to improve their culinary skills and maintain consistency in dishes.
  • Preparing and serving residents at proper temperatures and in appropriate portions.
The perks of PARC Hospitality
  • Meaningful work. How many hospitality jobs can say that? At PARC, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be making a positive difference in seniors\xe2\x80\x99 lives, each and every day.
  • Refreshments while you work. PARC\xe2\x80\x99s chef-prepared cuisine rivals the best in BC, and we offer subsidized daily meals and beverages to employees.
  • No more late nights. Unlike the rest of the hospitality world, our closing shift ends at 9 p.m.
  • Flexible hours and location. We\xe2\x80\x99re open to scheduling when and where it works for you \xe2\x80\x93 with guaranteed shifts every week. PARC has five great locations across the Lower Mainland.
  • A supportive, diverse team and training opportunities. We believe in giving our people opportunities to advance wherever we can.
  • High-value benefits. We offer Extended Health, Vision, Dental, Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), to help protect your health, family and way of life. Plus: birthdays off with pay, parental top-ups and much more!
It takes a special kind of person to work here \xe2\x80\x93 does this sound like you?
  • You\xe2\x80\x99re upbeat and positive; bringing great energy to your work day to day.
  • You have a culinary diploma or equivalent experience working as a Sous Chef or similar role in a reputable restaurant or culinary establishment. Red Seal training and certification are a strong asset.
  • You have your Food Safe Level 1 and WHMIS certifications. CPR and First Aid certification would be a bonus.
  • You\xe2\x80\x99re a skilled leader, an excellent communicator, and a customer-service star.
  • You can hit the ground running in a fast-paced team environment, managing high-stress situations and competing priorities.
  • You have a true flair for creative food preparation, along with knowledge and experience in portion control, menus, and the use of commercial kitchen equipment.
  • You understand and respect the needs of seniors, their families, and other professional services engaged with our residents.
At PARC Retirement Living we understand the importance of immunization to protect our residents, team members and visitors from COVID-19. A such, a prerequisite of employment is that all new hires are fully vaccinated as approved by Health Canada.

PARC Retirement Living

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  • Job Id
    JD2290140
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    $65000 - 70000 per year
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kelowna, BC, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned