Chef de Cuisine

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It’s the perfect work/life combination.

Work with our team of Chefs creating world class dining experiences for our guests. This is your opportunity to work in a Kitchen committed to preparing and serving the finest meals.

Competitive Salary: $83,000-$86,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include:  

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Ensure consistency in food preparation, create innovative menus, and maintain high-quality standards.
• Lead daily briefings, mentor colleagues, and manage scheduling to optimize kitchen productivity.
• Engage with guests, collaborate with venue managers for feedback, and enhance dining experiences.
• Manage food inventory, control costs, and oversee procurement while maintaining cleanliness and safety.
•  Uphold health, sanitation, and safety policies, ensuring adherence to ALLSAFE protocols.

Required experience:

• Red Seal Journeyperson Cook Certification or international equivalency

Or

• Completion of Rouxbe Culinary Foundations level 1 & 2. Receiving certification in both with a grade greater than 90% and 54 months (7,020 hours) experience in relevant workplaces

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• 3-4 years of culinary supervisory/leadership experience, preferably in a luxury or large kitchen environment.
• Safe Food Handling Certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Physically able to lift, carry, and pull up to 50 lbs; constant standing and walking throughout shifts.
• Comfortable working with kitchen equipment, including ovens, stoves, mixers, fryers, steamers, and freezers.
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