Executive Chef

COREcruitment; Banff; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality client in Banff is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at a renowned luxury property. This exceptional role involves overseeing multiple signature restaurant outlets, creating ingredient-driven menus that offer elevated dining experiences, and inspiring a high-performing culinary team. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of culinary leadership in luxury environments, strong experience with Canadian and Asian cuisine, and a passion for culinary innovation. Competitive salary and relocation assistance offered.

Benefits

Bonus

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of culinary leadership in luxury hotels or fine-dining environments.
• Strong experience with Canadian and Asian-influenced cuisine.
• 5-Diamond or Michelin-recognized experience is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead all restaurant culinary operations with creativity, precision, and consistency.
• Develop seasonal, ingredient-driven menus that reflect a refined luxury dining philosophy.
• Inspire and mentor a high-performing culinary team.
• Oversee cost control, inventory, and operational excellence across all outlets.
• Ensure elevated guest satisfaction through exceptional flavour, presentation, and execution.

Skills

Culinary creativity

Leadership

Cost control

Mentoring culinary team

Menu development

Education

Red Seal Certification or equivalent culinary training

Job description

Executive Chef
$90,000–$100,000 + Bonus + Benefits + Relocation

Banff, AB

I’m hiring on behalf of a well-known luxury hospitality client for an Executive Chef, a standout opportunity to lead culinary operations at one of Canada’s most respected luxury properties.

This role oversees the culinary vision and day-to-day execution of multiple signature restaurant outlets, delivering elevated dining experiences that blend premium Canadian ingredients with global inspiration.

Key Focus Areas:

• Lead all restaurant culinary operations with creativity, precision, and consistency
• Develop seasonal, ingredient-driven menus that reflect a refined luxury dining philosophy
• Inspire and mentor a high-performing culinary team
• Oversee cost control, inventory, and operational excellence across all outlets
• Ensure elevated guest satisfaction through exceptional flavour, presentation, and execution

Ideal Background:

• Red Seal Certification or equivalent culinary training
• 10+ years of culinary leadership in luxury hotels or fine-dining environments
• Strong experience with Canadian and Asian-influenced cuisine
• 5-Diamond or Michelin-recognized experience is a strong asset
• Proven leadership, financial acumen, and a passion for culinary innovation

This is an exceptional role for a visionary culinary leader ready to influence and elevate a celebrated luxury dining program.