Creative Executive Chef – Boutique Hotel Dining & Events

Carmen's Group; Paris; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand

Global Hotel Discounts

Group RRSP & Health Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan

Staff discounts at our restaurants

Wellness programs & staff events

Employee recognition programs

Safe, inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Carmens Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and day-to-day kitchen operations across distinctive hospitality experiences in Paris, Ontario. You will shape menus for restaurant and banquet services, inspire teams, and deliver exceptional food with creativity and care.

Join a hands-on leader who can manage events, oversee costs, and maintain Carmens Group's standards of culinary excellence while contributing to memorable guest experiences and the company’s continued

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in senior chef role in banquet, catering or high-volume kitchen.
• Safe Food Handlers Certificate.
• Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal (asset).
• Post-secondary education in the culinary arts.
• Humility-based, uplifting leadership style.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and exciting menus for banquet and restaurant divisions.
• Supervise and train back-of-house teams to Carmens Group standards.
• Oversee food preparation, execution and presentation across service areas.
• Monitor labour and food costs and participate in management meetings.
• Hands-on service execution to ensure flawless guest experiences.
• Uphold Carmens Group culinary standards and drive operational success.
• Contribute to creating lasting memories for guests and clients.
• Demonstrate leadership to inspire coworkers and drive positive change.
• Live the Carmens culture by embodying its purpose, vision and values.

Skills

Banquet & high-volume kitchen exp

Leadership

Food safety

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Culinary arts post-secondary education

Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal (asset)

Job description

Carmens Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and day-to-day kitchen operations across distinctive hospitality experiences in Paris, Ontario. You will shape menus for restaurant and banquet services, inspire teams, and deliver exceptional food with creativity and care.

Join a hands-on leader who can manage events, oversee costs, and maintain Carmens Group's standards of culinary excellence while contributing to memorable guest experiences and the company’s continued