Description
Position: Chef, Sportsbar
Department: Hospitality
Reports to: Executive Sous Chef

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Chef, Sportsbar will be responsible for leading the culinary operations of the Sportsbar at Rogers Arena. This position is also responsible for ensuring that exceptional hospitality is provided, and that food quality, food safe, and operational standards are always maintained. We are looking for high energy, passionate chefs who are driven to flex their culinary skills to exceed fans’ expectations and to reach our goal of delivering industry-leading hospitality, service, and food while creating unforgettable moments that unite us all.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned as required)

Leading the culinary management team to identify, evaluate, and improve service strategies

Providing leadership, development, and motivation of team to ensure fan-focused delivery is always paramount through consistent delivery of high-quality food in a thrilling atmosphere

Ensuring great service through consistent and timely execution of all menus and recipes, training, and accountability of the culinary team in execution and by obtaining regular feedback through table visits and executing show quality standards

Hiring and training of all culinary team members and maintaining appropriate staffing levels per business needs

Managing culinary staff, including supervising activities of cooks and stewards

Participating in the menu planning and development and planning for food and beverage for the two restaurants (private clubs)

Engaging with fans, as well as team members to ensure exceptional hospitality is always received

Maintaining sanitation standards throughout the kitchens to comply with Provincial regulations





Overseeing inventory of food product and coordinating product ordering and receiving

Ensuring food quality in presentation and production throughout the venue

Developing strong working relationships with suppliers and benchmarking food costing

WE HAVE:

A team you can belong to and believe in

A fun, high energy environment

An open mind for new ideas

The chance to embark on a career development journey

YOU MUST HAVE:

Minimum 3 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager at a similar sized facility

Red Seal certification, a degree in the Culinary Arts or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Impeccable creative culinary abilities

Inspirational leadership skills and the ability to rally a team to achieve its highest potential, and then driving it to the next level

The ability to create and develop eating experiences that drive customer satisfaction and loyalty

Solid organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects at one time

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A positive, enthusiastic attitude

Strong computer proficiency in systems related to the department

Level 1 and 2 Foodsafe Certification

The flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE:

2 years of experience in an entertainment-based facility

Vancouver is one of the most diverse cities in the world and Canucks Sports & Entertainment strives to create a workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and represents our beautiful, unique community. We value unique perspectives, ideas, and creativity that support a diverse, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Canucks Sports & Entertainment is committed to building and supporting a diverse team.

This position will remain open until filled.

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📌 Chef, Sportsbar (British Columbia)
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