Executive Chef, Columbia Icefield

Pursuit Collection; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global team collaboration

Free access to Pursuit attractions

Hotel, dining and retail discounts

Mental health & wellness resources

Job summary

Pursuit Collection is seeking an Executive Chef based at the Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park. This on-site role leads all BOH culinary operations across banquet, restaurant, room service, and outlets, delivering a progressive program in a stunning mountain setting.

You will manage food and labor costs, work with the GM on budgets and forecasts, and ensure safety, sanitation, and SOPs across all kitchens, while guiding Executive Sous Chefs and fostering a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Red Seal; CCC will be an asset.
• 4+ years executive chef experience in all kitchen areas.
• Strong leadership, training and administrative abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in menu engineering and design.
• Criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all BOH culinary operations across venues and events.
• Develop a progressive culinary program differentiating from competitors.
• Monitor food and labor costs to meet budgets and forecasts.
• Collaborate with GM to implement culinary vision and SOPs.
• Direct Executive Sous Chefs and ensure par levels and rotations.
• Maintain safety, sanitation and security procedures.

Skills

Executive leadership

Communication skills

Menu engineering

Food cost control

Team building

Education

Culinary school diploma

Red Seal certification

CCC certification asset

Tools

CTUIT

Job description

At Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit, we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and distinctive lodges, all designed to highlight the unique beauty of each location. Beyond that, we offer thoughtfully crafted restaurants, retail, and transportation services that help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the friendly faces you’ll find along the way, the thoughtful amenities, and the delightful details that make every visit feel personal and unforgettable.

Based at the remote Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park, this on‑site living role places you 100 km from Jasper and surrounded by stunning glacier views and endless mountain adventure. You’ll be part of a destination that includes the Glacier View Lodge, dining outlets, retail, and the world‑famous Glacier Adventure and Skywalk. Staff live on‑site with accommodations and three hot meals per day.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead all BOH Culinary operations at the Columbia Icefields including Banquets, Restaurants, Room Service, Attraction Outlets, off‑site events & Group Event Management functions.
• Deliver a progressive and inspired product that differentiates from competitors.
• Continually evaluate the food program processes; proactively taking action to capitalize on opportunities for growth in volume and quality.
• Responsible, in conjunction with GM for the P&L statement, you are required to adhere to financial forecasts and budgets; proactively taking steps to drive the division to exceeding Food and Beverage targets.
• Take all necessary actions to produce food cost and labor cost results that meet or exceed budgeted expectations.
• Actively strategize with GM to develop and deliver on the culinary vision.
• Direct Executive Sous Chefs to ensure daily and weekly checklists are completed; ensure accurate par levels for ordering using approved vendors; ensure proper rotation and par stocks of all foods are being handled.
• Actively ensure Executive Sous Chefs manage BOH labor daily against business volumes and monthly forecast.
• Ensure all employees follow safety, sanitation and security procedures.
• Maintain core standards as developed by F&B Shared Services.
• Facilitate the implementation of all SOPs.
• Evaluate culinary personnel against established culinary teams’ responsibilities and performance standards.
• Develop a job task list for all reports
• Collaborate with other Executive Chefs to share best practices and new practices that drive the culinary vision
• Development and implementation of all seasonal menu launches, food presentation, recipes and food costing of all items
• Ensure all recipes are maintained to company standards
• Ensure timely and accurate implementation and continued effective use of Management Inventory Program (CTUIT)
• Develop Culinary staff and foster a positive work environment
• Adhere to People standard operating procedures

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Red Seal; CCC will be an asset
• Extensive culinary skills, including minimum 2-4 years of culinary school; symbolizing excellence in creativity, quality and professionalism
• Enthusiastic, energetic person capable of carrying out all charges in a very unique environment
• Minimum four years well‑rounded experience in all areas of the Kitchen at an Executive Chef level
• An effective leader, manager, trainer, administrator and team player
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Innovative, detail oriented and quality conscious
• Excellent oral and written communication skills along with good computer knowledge
• Product and quality obsessed with excellent knowledge in menu engineering and design.
• Tohonour our commitment to be “Always Honest” all employees must consent to a criminal record check

This is a salaried role.

About Us:

We’re more than a hospitality and attractions company. We connect people to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences; Our team members included.

Thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate, our collection of hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours, and travel products are tied together by iconic, destination-worthy locations in Alaska, Montana, the Canadian Rockies, Reykjavík and Costa Rica.

Pursuit is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PRSU. As a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, we specialize in attractions-led hospitality, consistently generating revenue and delivering value to our shareholders.

What will your work environment be like?

At Pursuit, our locations are more than just a place to work – it’s a space where you can bring your whole self, collaborate with talented teams across departments, and build lasting friendships. We believe in fostering an environment where work and play coexist, so whether you’re tackling projects or enjoying our many perks, you’ll feel supported and valued. With a variety of great benefits, we’re committed to ensuring that your time with us is as fulfilling as it is fun.

Our team shares a passion for adventure and an authentic desire to play host to the world. We are united by our connection to the people and places we’re lucky to call home. Our workforce is diverse. Our team members come here to embrace the extraordinary. To watch the sunrise and set each day in a place that, for many people, exists only in their imagination. To build career experience beside seasoned professionals a community of people who say ‘yes’ to adventure time and time again. To be a part of the #PursuitLife and live each day with purpose, turning moments into memories

PURSUIT PERKS

• Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections

• Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends

• Get discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail

• Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources

Equal Employment Opportunities Information

Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in the country where the role is locatedto apply and join our inclusive team!We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity‑deserving groups. If you can’t apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team at [e-mail].

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted directly.