Head Chef: Creative Menu Leader for High-Volume Kitchen

Push Operations; Wetaskiwin; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Health & dental benefits

RRSP matching

Paid time off

Hotel discounts

Job summary

The Best Western Wayside Inn in Wetaskiwin is seeking an experienced Head Chef to own kitchen operations, drive food quality, and optimize profitability across daily dining and private events.

Responsibilities include menu development, staff leadership, inventory control, and ensuring top-tier sanitation and safety standards, with a hands-on approach and a 30/70 mix of admin and kitchen work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as Head Chef/Executive/Sous Chef in a high-volume setting.
• Red Seal or culinary degree is an asset; high school diploma required.
• Valid Food Safety Certification is required.
• Proven ability to manage food and labour costs and budgets.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and drive quality and profitability.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor kitchen staff.
• Develop menus for daily service and banquet events.
• Control food costs, portions, and inventory.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance.
• Maintain and service kitchen equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff scheduling

Team building

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Red Seal Culinary Certification

Job description

The Best Western Wayside Inn in Wetaskiwin is seeking an experienced Head Chef to own kitchen operations, drive food quality, and optimize profitability across daily dining and private events.

Responsibilities include menu development, staff leadership, inventory control, and ensuring top-tier sanitation and safety standards, with a hands-on approach and a 30/70 mix of admin and kitchen work.