Executive Sous Chef

Company Description

Who We Are:

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

As Executive Sous Chef, you play a critical leadership role within our culinary division. Driving operational excellence, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring our culture and standards are upheld without compromise. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will influence strategy, guide a high-performing team, and help shape extraordinary dining experiences that reflect both precision and passion. This is a role for a builder, a teacher, and a culture carrier.

Competitive Salary: $100,000 - $105,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include:

• Partner with the Executive Chef to lead culinary operations, supporting strategic decision-making, upholding brand standards, and ensuring operational excellence in their absence.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance management—including hiring approvals, coaching, and succession planning—to build and sustain a high-performing culinary team.
• Manage labor optimization, scheduling, and food cost control through daily oversight, forecasting, and team development using tools like Birchstreet and Watson.
• Champion a strong kitchen culture by modeling leadership standards, fostering cross-department collaboration, and ensuring consistent alignment with company values.
• Lead menu development and implementation across all F&B outlets, balancing creativity, quality, safety, and guest expectations with operational feasibility.

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• 8–10 years of culinary management experience in a luxury hotel or high-volume kitchen environment
• Red Seal Certification (Journeyperson’s papers) or internationally recognized equivalent (required)
• Valid Food Safety Certification (required)
• Advanced proficiency in labor forecasting, scheduling, and productivity analysis
• Strong food cost management skills, including recipe costing and inventory control
• Hands-on experience with Birchstreet, Watson, and payroll management platforms
• Technical knowledge of menu development, culinary trends, and operational execution across multiple outlets
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of wine, viticulture, and beverage pairings (considered an asset)
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods
• Comfortable working in high-heat, high-pressure environments with exposure to commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, fryers, kettles, mixers, and blast freezers

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation 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
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)

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

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

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: [email protected]