Sous Chef (Relocate to Banff,AB)

Fairmont; Calgary; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with

Employee travel discounts (room rates)

50% room rates for staff travel

Subsidized staff accommodation on-site

One complimentary meal per shift

Job summary

Fairmont Banff Springs is seeking a seasoned culinary supervisor to join our luxury kitchen team. Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, you will lead daily food preparation, uphold recipes and presentation standards, and mentor culinary staff.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of supervisory experience in a luxury kitchen, hold a Red Seal or Rouxbe credentials, and are proficient with Birchstreet inventory. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and staff accommodations.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of culinary supervisory/leadership experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long shifts.
• Comfortable working with ovens, stoves, mixers, fryers, steamers and freezers.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and proactive guest service while supporting colleagues, conducting shift briefings, and maintaining open communication with venue managers.
• Ensure consistency in food preparation, follow hotel recipes and standards, and enhance food products through menu development and presentation.
• Balance operational, administrative, and staffing needs, including scheduling, coaching, and mentoring culinary colleagues.
• Manage inventory and ordering through Birchstreet, maintain proper food levels, and oversee labor productivity.
• Handle disciplinary actions, assign daily workloads, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

MS Office

Physical stamina

Kitchen equipment proficiency

Education

Red Seal Journeyperson Cook Certification

Rouxbe Culinary Foundations Level 1 & 2

Tools

Birchstreet

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

Work with our team of Chefs creating world class dining experiences for our guests. This is your opportunity to work in a Kitchen committed to preparing and serving the finest meals.

Competitive Salary:$71,000-$73,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include:

Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine or Senior Chefs, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide professional and proactive guest service while supporting colleagues, conducting shift briefings, and maintaining open communication with venue managers.
• Ensure consistency in food preparation, follow hotel recipes and standards, and enhance food products through menu development and presentation.
• Balance operational, administrative, and staffing needs, including scheduling, coaching, and mentoring culinary colleagues.
• Manage inventory and ordering through Birchstreet, maintain proper food levels, and oversee labor productivity.
• Handle disciplinary actions, assign daily workloads, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required experience:

• Red Seal Journeyperson Cook Certification or international equivalency

Or

• Completion of Rouxbe Culinary Foundations level 1 & 2.Receiving certification in both with a grade greater than 90% and 54 months (7,020 hours) experience in relevant workplaces

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• 3-4 years of culinary supervisory/leadership experience, preferably in a luxury or large kitchen environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Physically able to lift, carry, and pull up to 50 lbs; constant standing and walking throughout shifts.
• Comfortable working with kitchen equipment, including ovens, stoves, mixers, fryers, steamers, and freezers.

Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Afficionation 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
• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)

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

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs.Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence:[e-mail]