Executive Sous Chef - Carmens Group

Carmens Group; an entertainment and hospitality company committed to creating extraordinary experiences for our clients and guests. As a member of our team of champions, you will gain meaningful work experience in a welcoming and exciting environment where we lead by example and work together to deliver extraordinary memories.

If you have the desire to work as an Executive Sous Chef in an upscale environment, and are looking to join a team of champions, we want to meet you.


WHAT CAN WE OFFER?

• Great Place to Work Certified
• Competitive salary package with a signing bonus
• Full-time hours
• Health and dental benefits package 
• Opportunity to learn and apprentice under a Red Seal Journeyman cook
• Group RRSP
• Hotel discounts worldwide
• Restaurant discounts
• Staff recognition, years of service rewards
• Wellbeing programs
• Participation in staff events
• Opportunities for growth and a chance to play a role in our vision to continue being innovators and industry champions within the Hamilton hospitality community

• Coach and provide leadership with strong, effective communication 
• Ensure consistent food preparation and the highest caliber of food presentation
• Supervise and participate in the production and plating of all food service areas, to maintain the best quality possible
• Assist with monthly inventory of all food, beverage, dry and stock products
• Ensure the morale of all kitchen staff is maintained by practicing positive strategies to motivate staff, encourage self-esteem, and efficiency
• Ensure orders are prepared in an accurate and timely manner in accordance to Carmens Group standards, focusing on minimizing waste and overall presentation
• Strive to uphold a safe working environment and be health and safety conscious
• Promote professional work habits, encourage staff to act and adhere to Carmen’s Group values
• Administrative duties as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• Extensive knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards including Safe Food Handlers Certificate
• Self-motivated, self-directed individual who requires minimal supervision 
• Minimum three - five years’ experience in the food and/or hospitality industry in a culinary role 
• Positive, outgoing and friendly team player
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Culinary trade papers or Red Seal designation considered an asset
• Completion of a college program in culinary arts is preferred

Carmens Group is an entertainment and hospitality company committed to creating extraordinary memories for our guests and clients. Driven by our passion, creativity, innovative thinking, and world class service, we have remained industry champions for over 40 years. We are committed to enriching the lives of our guests through providing one of a kind experiences at each of our venues including Carmens Event Centre, The C Hotel, The Lakeview, The Hamilton Convention Centre, fig&lemon Catering, Mercanti Specialty Foods, and the Arlington Hotel & River's Edge. We are devoted to bringing excitement to Hamilton and Southern Ontario, and to enhancing the image of Hamilton with every strategic initiative we pursue.

Carmens Group makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Carmens Group will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify People & Culture upon scheduling your interview.