Head Chef, Christine's on Blackcomb

We’re looking for team members whose legendary attention to detail and commitment to phenomenal service comes naturally. Pursue a lifestyle that will elevate your expectation of what work can look like. Nothing is too big or too small for the staff to bravely pursue and elevate the expectations of the guest. Do you possess a calling for delivering world-class events and amenities? Explore Employment Opportunities with Whistler Blackcomb! www.vailresortscareers.com/whistlerblackcomb

As of Nov. 15, 2021, Vail Resorts will be requiring all employees across North America to be vaccinated for COVID-19.

Job Summary: 

This person is responsible for providing the experience of a lifetime in all facets of their work. They are responsible for managing the daily back of house operations of the facility. They will be reporting to the Alpine Fine Dining General Manager and will oversee up to 15 employees. 

Our fine dining restaurant Christine’s is located at the top of Blackcomb Mountains. Christine’s is open 6 months during the winter and 2 months during the summer, and is a food primary licensed establishment for 127 interior seating, open for Lunch 11am-3pm.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain and grow the Christine’s fine dining brand
• Leading with safety, adheres to all safety SOP’s
• Enhance financial performance, speed of service and table turn during high volume periods
• Manage labor costs to achieve financial targets
• Ordering of all food products
• Lead the cost of sales culture, portion and inventory controls
• Grow our safety and food safety culture
• Takes ownership of Vail Resorts Zero Waste initiatives
• Strict compliance to Food Safe and HACCP regulations
• Support employees; understands their role in achieving our business strategy
• Supports and delivers partner and strategic alliance relationships in Christine’s
• Develop employees to support the organization’s business strategies
• Take a lead on culinary talent development, succession planning and performance management
• Take on new responsibilities in an evolving leadership and business environment
• Seeks to generate revenue opportunities by creating new, and enhancing current businesses      
• Knows how to seek out the experience of a lifetime for our employees and guests   
• Instills pride in the team and encourages members to feel proud about their accomplishments
• Understands and leverages experience and service benchmarks in the leisure/hospitality industry
• Demonstrates our Core Values: Be Safe, Do Right, Do Good, Have Fun, Drive Value, Serve Others
• Demonstrates our Leadership Competencies: Drive, Out Front, Re-imagine, Develop, Connect, Passion

Job Qualifications:

• 3 years culinary management experience (Chef/Sous Chef) in a high end restaurant setting
• 5 years’ experience (Chef de Partie/1st cook) in high end culinary environment
• Red Seal Chef certificate or equivalent
• Prior knowledge of variance reporting, sales mix analysis and general office work
• Previous computer experience with Word and Excel

Whistler Blackcomb’s Mission Statement is “Experience of a Lifetime” Love what you do! Because that’s what we’re all about. The Whistler Blackcomb staff is comprised of individuals who thrive in the outdoors, love the mountains, and are passionate about what they do. We look for applicants who share in this passion, whether you are looking for a seasonal job or wanting to build an exciting career, don’t miss the chance to work and play in BC’s winter wonderland. If you sound like our ideal applicant please apply online and show us what you’ve got. #wbworklove

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 419731