Executive Sous Chef

Accor; Banff; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality team as an Executive Sous Chef at Fairmont Banff Springs, where you will drive culinary excellence and lead a high-performing team. This role combines strategic influence with hands-on leadership in a stunning alpine destination. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while shaping extraordinary dining experiences.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee travel program

Mountain Explorer Travel Program

Discounts on Food & Beverage

Complimentary meal per shift

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of culinary management experience in luxury or high-volume kitchens.
• Technical knowledge of culinary trends and operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations and uphold brand standards.
• Oversee recruitment and performance management of the culinary team.
• Manage food cost control and labor optimization.

Skills

Labor Forecasting

Food Cost Management

Leadership

Menu Development

Education

Red Seal Certification

Valid Food Safety Certification

Tools

Birchstreet

Watson

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.

Job Description

As Executive Sous Chef, you play a critical leadership role within our culinary division. Driving operational excellence, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring our culture and standards are upheld without compromise. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will influence strategy, guide a high-performing team, and help shape extraordinary dining experiences that reflect both precision and passion. This is a role for a builder, a teacher, and a culture carrier.

Competitive Salary : $100,000 - $105,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include :

• Partner with the Executive Chef to lead culinary operations, supporting strategic decision-making, upholding brand standards, and ensuring operational excellence in their absence.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance management—including hiring approvals, coaching, and succession planning—to build and sustain a high-performing culinary team.
• Manage labor optimization, scheduling, and food cost control through daily oversight, forecasting, and team development using tools like Birchstreet and Watson.
• Champion a strong kitchen culture by modeling leadership standards, fostering cross-department collaboration, and ensuring consistent alignment with company values.
• Lead menu development and implementation across all F&B outlets, balancing creativity, quality, safety, and guest expectations with operational feasibility.

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications :

• 8–10 years of culinary management experience in a luxury hotel or high-volume kitchen environment
• Red Seal Certification (Journeyperson’s papers) or internationally recognized equivalent (required)
• Valid Food Safety Certification (required)
• Advanced proficiency in labor forecasting, scheduling, and productivity analysis
• Strong food cost management skills, including recipe costing and inventory control
• Hands-on experience with Birchstreet, Watson, and payroll management platforms
• Technical knowledge of menu development, culinary trends, and operational execution across multiple outlets
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of wine, viticulture, and beverage pairings (considered an asset)
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs and stand / walk for extended periods
• Comfortable working in high-heat, high-pressure environments with exposure to commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, fryers, kettles, mixers, and blast freezers

Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4 / meal)

Visa Requirements : Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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