Looking for a career change? Join one of Canada’s most successful and multicultural Hospitality companies, that strives to take your talent to the next level. With 20 hotels owned and managed by Easton’s Group of Hotels, and more in development, your passion, collaboration, and voice will be an excellent addition to our growing Organization. As a company, we strive to provide exceptional benefits, perks, and growth opportunities to all our employees. If you have a passion for exceptional service delivery, are results driven and appreciate the recognition, Easton’s is your career partner of choice.
At Easton's, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We believe that inclusion strengthens our teams, drives innovation and enables us to achieve our vision while creating opportunities for everyone to thrive.
About the Hotel:
Welcome to the vibrant Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport, where excitement and comfort collide! Boasting 451 rooms and owned by Easton's Group of Hotels , we're just minutes from Pearson Airport. Indulge in our expansive restaurant and bar and explore over 20,000 square feet of versatile banquet space.
Benefits:
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Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
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Wellness Days
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Employee Social Events
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On-Site Parking
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Onsite Gym/Pool
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Retirement Saving Plan / Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan
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Career Development
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Hotel Discounts at IHG
Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport is looking for an experienced and passionate Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team at a full-service hotel featuring 451 guest rooms, multiple food and beverage outlets, and over 20,000 square feet of banquet and event space. This is an exceptional opportunity for a culinary professional who thrives in a high-volume environment and is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences while developing and leading high-performing teams. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Executive Sous Chef will oversee daily kitchen operations, banquet production, restaurant service, and culinary team development while ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and financial performance.
Overview:
As Executive Sous Chef, you will be a key member of the culinary leadership team, overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations including restaurant, banquet, and stewarding functions, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will drive excellence in food quality, consistency, innovation, and guest satisfaction while ensuring operational efficiency and financial performance. You will lead, mentor, and develop a team of culinary professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Executive Sous Chef plays a critical role in managing food and labor costs, inventory controls, production planning, menu execution, and large-scale event operations, ensuring exceptional experiences for guests and successful outcomes for the business.
The ideal candidate is a passionate culinary leader with strong hotel and banquet experience, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while delivering outstanding results across both day-to-day operations and large-scale events.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee food preparation methods, portion control, quality standards, and production timelines to ensure consistency and profitability.
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Assist in developing, testing, and implementing new menu items and recipes while maintaining accurate recipe documentation and food costing.
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Monitor food usage and inventory levels to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
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Maintain controls and procedures for the secure storage of food products, kitchen inventory, equipment, and supplies.
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Manage food, labor, and operational costs in alignment with departmental budgets and hotel objectives.
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Prepare production reports, forecasts, and operational plans for senior leadership review.
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Support large-scale banquet, conference, wedding, and special event operations while ensuring seamless execution.
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Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse culinary team.
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Plan and assign daily work schedules while ensuring appropriate staffing levels for business demands.
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Establish performance expectations and provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.
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Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
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Assist in recruiting, onboarding, training, and retaining top culinary talent.
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Manage employee performance and support conflict resolution when required.
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Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, consistency, and service standards across all culinary operations.
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Collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver memorable dining and event experiences.
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Respond promptly and professionally to guest feedback and service recovery opportunities.
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Continuously seek opportunities to enhance guest satisfaction and culinary offerings.
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Ensure full compliance with all food safety, sanitation, health, and safety regulations.
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Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of all kitchen equipment and facilities, including cooking lines, refrigeration units, storage areas, and banquet production spaces.
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Conduct regular inspections to ensure adherence to hotel standards and government regulations.
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Partner with Engineering and Facilities teams to address maintenance and repair needs promptly.
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Diploma, Degree, or Certificate in Culinary Arts.
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Minimum 3 years of experience as a Sous Chef within a full-service hotel with significant banquet and conference facilities.
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Demonstrated experience managing food and labor costs, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory controls.
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Experience working in a unionized hospitality environment
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Food Handler Certification.
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Red Seal Certification preferred.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
Accessibility & Accommodation:
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Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport is committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for all stages of the selection process.
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Should you require any accommodations during an interview process, kindly let us know in advance, as we are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
