Sous Chef

Joining Courtyard and Residence Inn Montreal Airport by Marriott

Joining the Courtyard by Marriott and the Residence Inn Montreal Airport means becoming part of two complementary hotels where comfort, modernity, and service excellence come together. Ideally located just minutes from Montréal–Trudeau Airport, our recently renovated properties offer a refined and distinctive experience.

The Courtyard stands out with its contemporary spaces, the elegant Il Soffio restaurant, and complete facilities designed to combine efficiency and well-being.

The Residence Inn offers a warm, all-suite experience, featuring spacious accommodations with fully equipped kitchens and a welcoming atmosphere ideal for extended stays.

By joining our team, you become part of an engaged, professional, and collaborative environment where every member contributes to delivering impeccable service—day and night. As an associate, you are part of the Marriott International family, globally recognized for exceptional hospitality, strong development programs, and remarkable career-growth opportunities.

What We Offer

We provide a stimulating, people-focused, and well-structured work environment, along with competitive benefits:

• Employer-contributed Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Comprehensive group insurance (life, medical, disability)
• Paid vacation, personal days, and statutory holidays
• Exceptional Marriott travel discounts in over 8,000 hotels worldwide
• Recognition programs, wellness initiatives, and internal events
• Referral bonuses & performance incentives
• Ongoing training, development plans, and real opportunities for advancement
• A stable, modern, and collaborative work environment
• Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview

Your Role – Sous Chef

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef supervises and coordinates all culinary operations, ensuring the quality of dishes, the fluidity of service, and strong team cohesion:

• High-quality, consistent, and creative dishes
• Compliance with Marriott standards and hygiene regulations
• Smooth operations (breakfast, banquets, Il Soffio restaurant, events)
• Engagement, training, and supervision of the culinary team
• Strategic support in planning, menu development, and cost control

This role requires autonomy, rigor, and exceptional organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in planning, creating, and executing menus
• Supervise the culinary team and ensure operational continuity in the Chef’s absence
• Maintain consistency and quality in line with Marriott culinary standards
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and food safety regulations
• Manage inventory, cost control, and operational efficiency
• Train, coach, and inspire team members
• Participate in special events, buffets, banquets, and culinary initiatives
• Provide excellent internal service to other departments (banquets, sales, front desk, etc.)

Profile Sought

• Significant experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Positive leadership and ability to mobilize a diverse team
• Strong organization, creativity, precision, and attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer-service orientation and high quality standards

Requirements

• Fluency in French and English (spoken and written)
• Flexible availability (days, evenings, weekends)
• Professionalism, autonomy, rigor, and strong team spirit
• Ability to collaborate with different departments and organizational levels

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About Urgo Hotels Canada

Urgo Hotels Canada is a leading player in hotel management and development, with over 40 years of expertise. Since our strategic partnership with Hersha Hospitality Management (HHM) in 2022, we have been part of a network of more than 235 hotels across North America, including properties in Quebec and Ontario. Guided by our values, we foster dynamic work environments and deliver memorable guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in planning, creating, and executing menus
• Supervise the culinary team and ensure operational continuity in the Chef’s absence
• Maintain consistency and quality in line with Marriott culinary standards
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and food safety regulations
• Manage inventory, cost control, and operational efficiency
• Train, coach, and inspire team members
• Participate in special events, buffets, banquets, and culinary initiatives
• Provide excellent internal service to other departments (banquets, sales, front desk, etc.)

Profile Sought

• Significant experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Positive leadership and ability to mobilize a diverse team
• Strong organization, creativity, precision, and attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer-service orientation and high quality standards

Requirements

• Fluency in French and English (spoken and written)
• Flexible availability (days, evenings, weekends)
• Professionalism, autonomy, rigor, and strong team spirit
• Ability to collaborate with different departments and organizational levels