Executive Sous Chef

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you a bold, creative chef ready to take your skills to the next level? The Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel is on the hunt for our next Executive Sous Chef! This is your chance to craft innovative menus for HALO Bar|Bistro, Seven Paintings, Wine Wars, and many more exciting in-house events, bringing your culinary vision to life. If you're passionate about pushing boundaries and delivering unforgettable dining experiences, we want you on our team!

This position is a permanent full-time salaried position that pays up to $80,000 per year, and a bonus of up to 10% of your salary!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE JOB

The Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel is seeking a passionate and innovative Executive Sous Chef to bring creativity and leadership to our culinary team. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you'll blend artistry with execution, ensuring top-tier dining experiences while managing operations, budgets, and a talented kitchen brigade. If you're a passionate leader who thrives in pushing culinary boundaries, and have a natural talent for leadership, this is your chance to make an impact!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Run the Show: Lead kitchen shifts, oversee food prep, and ensure everything meets top-notch standards-quality, flavor, and presentation.
• Keeping It All in Check: Maintain food safety, sanitation, and compliance with all federal, provincial, and municipal health regulations (OHSA, AAF, AHS).
• Create Culinary Magic: Work alongside the Executive Chef to develop new creative recipes, custom menus, and stunning food displays that wow guests and clients while embracing our Indigenous brand value through incorporating locally sourced ingredients into every dish.
• Inspire & Lead Your Team: Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff by being an effective communicator. Foster a culture of collaboration, recognition, and empowerment through leading by example and Choosing to Have Fun.
• Manage the Numbers: Handle inventory, ordering, payroll, and food costs while keeping an eye on budgets and financial goals.
• Guest Experience First: Engage with guests, gather feedback, and ensure every dish that leaves the kitchen is so unforgettable that we Turn Our Guests Into Fanatics.
• Adapt Under Pressure: Stay cool, make quick decisions, and be the rock your team needs-even when the heat is on!
• Passionate Competitor for the Kitchen Life: You thrive in the chaos, love the craft, and have the drive to keep pushing for excellence, day in and day out.
• Must be able to oversee daily kitchen operations in the Executive Chef's absence.
• Must be knowledgeable of current food trends.

Why You'll Love It Here:

• A dynamic, high-energy environment where your creativity and leadership skills shine.
• The chance to work with an innovative team that loves great food as much as you do.
• A kitchen that values collaboration, respect, and a shared passion for the culinary arts.

If you're ready to lead, create, and inspire, we want you in our kitchen!

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

At our hotel, we believe in taking care of our team members just as much as we take care of our guests. That's why we offer a fun and exciting range of benefits that are sure to keep you happy, healthy, and well-fed.

We offer more than just a paycheck; we provide a fantastic benefit plan that includes extensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage. Plus, our travel program opens a world of discounted rates for Marriott hotels across the globe for you and your friends & family. You will also receive loyalty days and bonuses up to 10% of your salary!

But we don't just feed your wanderlust - we also feed your appetite. Our talented chefs cook up delicious meals for our staff every day at no charge to you! You can chow down on some amazing food before you get back to your kitchen.

But that's not all! Enjoy free parking or get reimbursed for your 747 Bus Pass. You can also say goodbye to waiting for payday with our on-demand pay system. Plus, you'll enjoy a 50% discount on food and drinks for you and your family/friends at HALO Bar|Bistro, so you can always have a good time without breaking the bank. And get ready for some unforgettable fun with our quarterly work events.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE CONSIDERED

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED; 5 years' experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

OR

2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years' experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional.

• Previous experience in a 4-Diamond/Luxury Brand Hotel with banquets and multi-outlet experience as a Sous Chef or higher is considered an asset.
• Inter Provincial Red Seal Certification REQUIRED.

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