Sous Chef - Magpie & Stump

Banff Hospitality Collective; Banff; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a popular dining group in Banff as a Sous Chef, leading a vibrant kitchen team in a fast-paced environment. You'll ensure high-quality food and guest experiences while working closely with the Chef de Cuisine. Ideal candidates have culinary experience, strong communication skills, and a collaborative spirit. This role offers great salaries, tips, and fantastic perks in Banff's vibrant dining scene.

Benefits

Great salaries + tips!

50% off food and drinks at BHC venues

Learning & Development allowance

Cell phone allowance

Extended health benefits with premiums paid by BHC

Paid vacation + statutory holidays

Paid community volunteer time

Affordable manager housing may be available

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.
• Strong teamwork and leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver high-quality food.
• Support Chef de Cuisine in kitchen organization.
• Ensure food prep and presentation meet standards.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.
• Monitor food storage and safety standards.
• Act as a culture leader in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary experience

Cool under pressure

Team player vibes

Strong communicator

Open to new ideas

Respectful and professional

Job description

We’re seeking a Sous Chef to bring the heat (and the fun) to our kitchen! If you're a natural leader who loves working with a tight-knit team, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and knows your way around a taco, we want to hear from you.

This summer, you'll be at the heart of the action on our lively outdoor patio—serving up fresh, flavour-packed dishes, leading an awesome kitchen crew, and making sure every plate brings the good vibes. Magpie & Stump guarantees a classic Banff experience complete with tacos, tequila, and debauchery. This little piece of Mexico in the mountains serves up tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and over 60 tequilas. In the summer months, join us on 'El Patio' - our sun-drenched rooftop taco bar home to open-air starlight fiestas, serving up margaritas and cervezas under the Banff sky. Want to know more? Check us out here: https://www.banffcollective.com/el-patio

We Love Perks! This Position Includes :

• Great salaries + tips!
• 50% off food, bottles of wine & sake for yourself + a guest at all BHC venues
• Learning & Development allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Extended health benefits with premiums completely paid for by BHC
• Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage
• Paid vacation + statutory holidays
• Paid community volunteer time
• Affordable manager housing may be available

What You’ll Do :

• Lead and support the kitchen team in delivering high-quality food and guest experiences.
• Work closely with the Chef de Cuisine to keep the kitchen organized, efficient, and running to standard.
• Oversee food prep and presentation, ensuring consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
• Help train, guide, and develop team members while identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Monitor food storage and waste, keeping detailed records and ensuring all safety and cleanliness standards are met.
• Act as a culture leader—supporting hiring efforts and helping to build a strong, collaborative kitchen team.

What You Have :

• Culinary experience – You’ve got kitchen experience and know your way around the line. Whether you're prepping fresh ingredients or plating tacos, you take pride in putting out quality food.
• Cool under pressure – Our kitchen can get busy, especially during the lunch and dinner rush. Even when it’s go-time, you stay calm, collected, and keep the good energy flowing.
• Team player vibes – You’re all about working together. You bring people in, build each other up, and help the team hit those smooth-service strides.
• People person – You connect easily with others, whether it’s your crew or guests. Building trust and good vibes is just part of who you are.
• Strong communicator – You know the power of a clear convo. Good communication helps keep things running smoothly and supports a fun, respectful kitchen culture.
• Open to new ideas – You’re always up for hearing a different point of view and are cool with changing things up when it makes sense.
• Respectful and professional – You treat people right, always. You're thoughtful, tactful, and know how to handle situations with care and professionalism.

Banff Hospitality Collective is : Balkan Restaurant | Chuck's Steakhouse | High Rollers | Magpie & Stump | Park Distillery Restaurant & Bar | The Bear Street Tavern | The Bison Restaurant + Terrace | The Eddie Burger Bar | The Maple Leaf Grill and Lounge | Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant | Hello Sunshine | Lupo Italian | Bluebird Restaurant | Banff Park Ranch | Pizzeria Sophia | Are you ready to join us at Banff’s most iconic and popular downtown restaurants?

BHC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you are invited to participate in the hiring process and require an accommodation request, please let us know in advance by responding to the invite email.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.