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The Explorer HotelPosted 1 week ago

Junior Sous Chef

$54,080–$62,400 year

On-siteYellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada

Full TimeEntry LevelSmall

Job Summary

Assist with daily culinary operations across restaurant, lounge, banquet, and catering services while preparing and executing high-quality dishes that maintain consistency and presentation standards. Support the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs with menu execution and kitchen leadership, and mentor junior kitchen team members to ensure operational excellence. Maintain food safety, sanitation, and kitchen quality standards while managing inventory control, food preparation, and kitchen organization. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of $26.00–$30.00, subsidized staff accommodation, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates joining Northern Canada's premier hotel in Yellowknife.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 5–7 years of culinary experience in a professional kitchen environment
  • Strong knowledge of banquet production, restaurant service, and contemporary culinary techniques
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
  • Excellent communication and team-building skills

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen setting is an asset
  • Red Seal certification or equivalent culinary training is considered an asset

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