Executive Sous Chef

ACE Casinos; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent casino venue in Calgary is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations across multiple outlets. The role includes supervising kitchen staff, assisting menu development, managing inventory, and ensuring high-quality food and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of culinary experience, leadership skills, and a commitment to exceptional guest service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive culinary experience, including supervisory experience.
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate a culinary team.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations including inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Support Executive Chef in overseeing culinary operations.
• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Leadership ability

Culinary knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Red Seal Journeyman Certification

Culinary Arts Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in the overall leadership and daily operation of kitchen activities across the property’s food and beverage outlets. This position plays a key role in ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality food, operational efficiency, and strong kitchen leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume casino environment. The Executive Sous Chef assists with staff leadership, scheduling, menu development, food costing, purchasing, inventory management, and maintaining culinary standards across multiple food outlets and special events within the casino property. This role acts as the Executive Chef’s primary support in managing day‑to‑day kitchen operations while mentoring culinary team members and ensuring adherence to food safety, sanitation, and company standards. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong culinary knowledge, leadership ability, and a commitment to maintaining a positive and professional kitchen culture while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Consistently deliver professional, friendly, and proactive guest service while supporting and mentoring culinary team members.
• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily culinary operations across multiple food outlets, including restaurants, lounges, and special events within the casino property.
• Supervise kitchen staff including cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers to ensure efficient operations and adherence to culinary standards.
• Assist with staff scheduling, labour planning, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels to support operational needs.
• Support menu development, recipe standardization, and food costing to ensure menu quality and profitability.
• Ensure all food items are prepared and served according to established recipes, presentation standards, and quality expectations.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all menu items, daily features, and promotions.
• Oversee kitchen operations during service periods and assist in coordinating kitchen workflow during high‑volume periods.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory management while ensuring accurate processing of vendor invoices and storeroom requisitions.
• Maintain proper product rotation (FIFO) and monitor inventory levels to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Support the planning and execution of banquet functions, special events, and promotional food programs.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness, organization, and maintenance in all kitchen areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
• Enforce compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety policies and procedures.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and training to kitchen team members to maintain consistent culinary standards and support staff development.
• Participate in daily shift briefings and departmental meetings, contributing ideas to improve operations and service.
• Assist Food & Beverage leadership with inventory counts, stock‑takes, and operational reviews as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Food & Beverage leadership team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive culinary experience, including supervisory or leadership experience in a high‑volume kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations including food costing, inventory control, and labour management.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a culinary team.
• Red Seal Journeyman Certification or Culinary Arts Diploma considered an asset but not required.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with both kitchen and front‑of‑house teams.
• Strong commitment to food quality, consistency, and safety standards.
• Highly responsible, reliable, and detail‑oriented.