Sous Chef - The Maple Leaf

Banff Hospitality Collective; Banff; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Gift Card

50% off food & wine

Learning & Development allowance

Cell phone allowance

Health benefits (premiums paid after 3

RRSP matching

Disability coverage

Paid vacation

Volunteer time

Housing assistance

Job summary

Banff Hospitality Collective in Banff is seeking a Sous Chef for The Maple Leaf, a landmark restaurant offering brunch, lunch and dinner with Canadian-inspired cuisine. You will support the Chef de Cuisine, help lead the kitchen, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced mountain setting.

We offer great salaries, bonus potential, tips, and a generous perks package including health benefits, housing support, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years culinary experience required.
• Supervisory kitchen experience is an asset.
• Food Safety and WHMIS certification required (we can assist).
• Knowledge of kitchen training best practices and SOPs.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while staying calm under pressure.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Cuisine in delivering high-quality food and guest experiences.
• Help lead and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a positive, efficient work environment.
• Maintain kitchen organization, cleanliness, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee food preparation to ensure consistency, quality, presentation, and standards are met.
• Ensure stations are stocked and ready for peak service.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and record-keeping while minimizing waste.
• Assist with food and supply ordering to meet operational needs, on time and within budget.
• Assist with training, coaching, and developing kitchen team members.
• Act as an ambassador for BHC by helping identify and hire great culinary talent.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen supervision

Food safety

Team motivation

Inventory management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Job description

We’re seeking a Sous Chef to join us at The Maple Leaf! Mountain view dining, local hospitality and excellent food in the heart of downtown Banff. The Maple Leaf is an iconic landmark serving brunch, lunch & dinner daily. We celebrate the best of Canadian cuisine with a menu inspired by the diverse ingredients found throughout Canada. Alberta beef, game, fresh fish, and coastal seafood are showcased next to an award-winning Canadian wine list. Want to know more? Check us out here: https://www.banffmapleleaf.com/

We Love Perks! This Position Includes:

• Great salaries, achievable bonus programs + tips
• $200 Welcome Gift Card to use at any BHC Venue
• 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 after 3 months
• RRSP matching program after 3 months
• Short-term & Long-term Disability coverage after 3 months
• 3 weeks paid vacation + statutory holidays
• Paid community volunteer time
• Subsidized manager housing may be available

What You’ll Do:

• Support the Chef de Cuisine in delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences
• Help lead and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a positive, efficient work environment
• Maintain kitchen organization, cleanliness, and operational efficiency
• Oversee food preparation to ensure consistency, quality, presentation, and standards are met
• Ensure stations are properly stocked and ready for peak service periods
• Manage inventory, ordering, and record-keeping while minimizing waste
• Assist with food and supply ordering to meet operational needs, on time and within budget
• Assist with training, coaching, and developing kitchen team members
• Act as an ambassador for BHC by helping identify and hire great culinary talent

What You Have:

• 2-3 years culinary experience is required
• Prior experience in a supervisory kitchen role is an asset
• Food Safety and WHMIS certification required (we can help you get certified if needed)
• Knowledge of kitchen training best practices and standard operating procedures
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while staying calm under pressure
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills with a collaborative mindset
• Connecting with people and building trusting relationships comes easy to you
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport
• Flexible schedule required

Banff Hospitality Collective is: https://www.banffcollective.com/banff-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.