Lead Cook (Junior Sous Chef) - Vancouver (Seasonal)

Purpose

Rocky Mountaineer (RM) is the world's largest privately-owned luxury passenger rail service.

We are committed to living our values: Create Meaningful Moments, Be One Team, Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes. We endeavor to foster a work environment of respect, integrity, and honesty; where diversity is valued, and talent is developed to the benefit of the individual and the company.

The Lead Cook reports to the Sous Chef and is accountable to the Senior Onboard Manager / Train Manager. Lead Cooks prepare food and assist in managing and developing other culinary workers. The position is accountable for delivering culinary excellence to onboard guests and contributes to the creation of life-changing experiences.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive. This position requires the incumbent to periodically access an active railway area where impaired performance could result in a significant incident affecting the health and safety of team members, guests, team members, the public, property, or the environment.

Key Areas of Accountability

Leading the Kitchen to ensure a collaborative team environment

• Able to lead a 3-person team with minimal supervision

• Capable of working with a rotating team, managing different working and learning styles.

• Focused on teamwork to maintain an efficient operational flow and high morale

• Responsible for the time management of services and ensuring all team members are ready and well organized.

• Provide support and on the job training for new hires to successfully perform their jobs

• Maintain the inventory of food by completing orders and organizing deliveries

• Work closely with Onboard Hosts and Leadership to provide seamless services and address any guest issues.

• Work with the Sous Chef to look for efficiencies in our operations

• Lead the waste management and reduction initiatives in your work area, including composting and recycling programs.

• Responsible for all meals been prepared and presented according to specifications.

Food Preparation and daily duties

• Able to adapt to a fast paced, small kitchen galley environment on a moving train

• Knowledgeable about food allergies and dietary requirements and able to cater to the guests needs

• Follow pre-established recipes and menus while completing service in a timely manner.

• Timely execution of daily and on-going food preparation

• Maintain checklists and daily HACCP logs

Maintaining Health and Safety Standards

• Ensure all daily and end of trip cleaning routines are properly followed

• Well versed in food safety and proper food handling procedures

• Responsible to ensure all equipment is properly maintained and handled

• Report safety issues to your supervisor in a timely manner

• Ensure the team is aware of and complying with railway safety standards

Qualifications

Education/Certifications/Knowledge

• High school diploma or GED

• BC Food Safe certification required

• Fluency in English language

Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a line cook or restaurant cook

• Previous Experience in a Supervisory Role

• Experience managing inventory and proper product use to eliminate waste and spillage

Skills

• Communicate clearly so that others understand expectations

• Multitask to perform various cooking and managing duties simultaneously

• Knowledge and passion to make delicious and well-presented food

• Ability to work with a diverse group of people

• Time management and organizational skill.

• Support learning and growth opportunities for their team.

Attributes

• Maintains a professional and polished appearance

• Energetic, motivated, hardworking, and committed to delivering culinary excellence

• Demonstrates a professional, accountable work ethic; self-motivated

• Comfortable engaging and interacting with guests

• Exceptional physical endurance and emotional resiliency with the ability to work long days

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Able to travel away from home base for up to 6 days at a time

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada thru the end of October

Perks and Benefits

At Rocky Mountaineer, we believe in recognizing the value of our team members just as much as we treasure our guests. Embark on a career where your efforts are not only acknowledged but celebrated with a competitive wage of $27 per hour, enhanced by gratuities that reflect the excellence you bring to our team. In addition to a competitive compensation we provide the following:

• Overtime eligible

• Health Care Spending Account (starts at $300)

• Seasonal wage increases

• Up to 50% discount in Rocky Mountaineer rail tickets and packages

• Two annual complimentary rail passes (beginning your 2nd season)

• Per diem meal allowance

• Work shoes reimbursement

• Exclusive discount with various partners on Perkopolis

• Growth opportunities

Excellence isn't just a promise to our guests; it's a commitment to our team members. Join us in creating memories that last a lifetime.

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This job description is not exhaustive of all duties and will encompass additional duties assigned. Responsibilities, title, reporting structure and duties may be changed in response to business requirements.