YMCA of the Rockies Hiring for Sous Chef at Granby, Colorado Full Time

Help needed ASAP.

Location: Family resort & conference center in Granby, Colorado.

Position Summary: This position supports the work of the YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch, which operates a 5,100-acre, mission-based, family and group conference and retreat center serving more than 75,000 Guests annually. The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef with the daily management of all kitchen and back of house food service operations at Snow Mountain Ranch; including menu planning, ordering, food preparation, kitchen cleanliness, day to day catering operations & special events, staff scheduling and guest satisfaction. The Sous Chef is also responsible for compliance with federal, state and county health regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as coordinator for weddings and special events as needed.
• Ensure clean food service facilities and maintain required standards in regards to OSHA, Department of Health, USFDA and YMCA
• Liaison between various departments needed to implement weddings and special events
• Manage every detail of events including set ups and working closely with banquet captain to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Order food, supplies and equipment necessary for the food service operation in coordination with the Executive Chef.
• Sous Chef will possess skills to cover all front and back of house operations in the absence of Executive Chef
• Manage cooks and ensure they are meeting expectations
• Effectively coordinate with the Executive Chef to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and seamless cooperation between front of house and back of house operations.
• Work holidays, weekends, and morning or evening shifts.

Requirements/ Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass criminal background check
• Culinary degree preferred, plus minimum one year of experience in a la carte or buffet dining presentations and volume food or institutional food service operations.
• Have basic computer skills and develop knowledge of property management software.
• Possess a valid, USA state-issued driver s license, and acceptable driving record
• ServSafe Certification

Compensation & Employee Perks:

This is a full-time, year-round position paying $17.17 – $20.39 with great benefits and perks including:

• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Generous PTO/Vacation
• Ski and golf passes for resorts and courses
• Participation in YMCA Retirement Fund
• Free or discounted gear rentals for outdoor adventures
• YMCA family membership
• Discounted nights at YMCA of the Rockies lodges for family & friends
• Proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park
• Private access to on-site Nordic skiing, biking, and hiking trails