Black Rock Oceanfront Resort in Ucluelet, BC is hiring a Sous Chef to join our year-round culinary team.

The Sous

Chef will be an experienced and thoughtful leader amongst our Culinary leadership group and take the lead role in designing menus, costing, and ensuring the flawless execution of events. Additionally, this role involves being a key team lead during breakfast and day production/prep in the absence of the daytime Chef de Partie (CDP) as well as managing retail food sales, including menu planning, production, procurement, costing, and packaging. This role requires collaborative efforts with the Executive Chef and other members of the Culinary leadership team to achieve the various tasks outlined above.

Located in Ucluelet on the edge of Pacific Rim National Park, Black Rock Oceanfront Resort combines rugged coastal beauty with contemporary comfort. Our resort offers guests a luxury West Coast experience through our oceanfront accommodations, spa, and restaurants, Big Beach Lounge and Currents.

Restaurant Operations

Support daily restaurant kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, presentation standards, and service efficiency. Assist with menu execution, recipe adherence, portion control, and plating standards to maintain brand and culinary consistency. Coordinate with Front of House and leadership teams to ensure smooth service flow and guest satisfaction.

Monitor food safety, sanitation,



and workplace safety standards in compliance with health regulations and company policies. Assist with inventory management, ordering, and waste reduction initiatives to support cost control and operational efficiency. Conduct cost analysis and price menus competitively while maintaining desired profit margins.

Oversee the preparation, presentation, and delivery of high-quality food at events, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience. Lead the breakfast and day prep team in the absence of the daytime Chef de Partie (CDP).

Retail Food Sales

Organize and oversee retail food sales, including menu planning, procurement, costing, and preparation. Ensure that retail offerings align with current culinary trends (research and understand the market and competition) and meet customer preferences. Implement efficient and environmentally sensitive packaging solutions to maintain food quality during sales.

Red Seal certification and/or a recognized culinary degree or diploma preferred. Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment. Thorough knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and regulatory compliance.

Staff

Discounts (40% off food at Currents and Big Beach Lounge, 40% off Spa Services) Medical, Dental, Life Insurance & benefits Associate Rates for hotel stays Low cost On-site Housing, if required and as available

📌 Sous Chef - Night Shift (Ucluelet)
🏢 Black Rock Oceanfront Resort
📍 Ucluelet