Executive Chef - Chateau Lacombe

Are you an experienced culinary leader who knows how to balance great food, strong teams and the operational demands of a busy full-service hotel?

The Chateau Lacombe Hotel is seeking an experienced, hands-on Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations. This is an active leadership role that requires a strong presence in the kitchen, working alongside the culinary team when needed, while also managing the administrative and operational responsibilities of the position. The Executive Chef is responsible for the hotel's culinary and Stewarding teams, as well as the Purchasing and Receiving functions.

The Executive Chef provides leadership across the culinary operation while overseeing food production, menu development, purchasing, receiving, inventory management, sanitation, labour management and cost control. The role works closely with our Food & Beverage leadership team to deliver consistent quality and memorable dining and event experiences.

If the below description sounds like you, please apply online. No phone calls please, and in person resumes will not be accepted.

What You’ll Do

• Provide overall leadership to the hotel’s culinary and Stewarding teams
• Lead, coach and develop culinary and Stewarding associates
• Mentor and develop the Executive Sous Chef and Sous Chefs
• Oversee food production and preparation, ensuring quality, consistency and presentation
• Develop menus, features and promotions
• Oversee the hotel’s Purchasing and Receiving functions
• Manage purchasing, including supplier relationships, ordering and inventory levels
• Ensure incoming products and supplies are properly received, verified and stored
• Oversee Stewarding operations, including dishwashing, cleanliness, sanitation, equipment and supplies
• Work closely with Restaurant, Banquet and Catering teams to coordinate service, functions and special events
• Manage food costs, labour productivity and kitchen expenses
• Schedule and manage staffing according to business and operational requirements
• Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation and workplace safety
• Minimize waste and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency
• Ensure kitchen and Stewarding equipment is properly maintained
• Maintain an active, hands-on presence in the kitchen, working alongside culinary associates during busy service periods, assisting with food preparation and production, and providing guidance and support as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Red Seal Certification
• Food Safe Certification
• Previous senior culinary leadership experience in a full-service hotel or similarly complex Food & Beverage environment
• Strong knowledge of culinary operations, food safety and sanitation standards
• Experience with menu development, food costing, purchasing and inventory control
• Strong understanding of labour management, scheduling and financial performance
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop a culinary team
• Experience working in a unionized environment is considered an asset
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with Restaurant, Banquet, Catering and other hotel departments
• A hands-on leadership style and the ability to remain effective in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Chateau Lacombe?

Chateau Lacombe is a full-service downtown Edmonton hotel with diverse Food & Beverage operations, including restaurant dining, banquets and special events. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a multifaceted culinary operation while bringing your own leadership, creativity and ideas to the team.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of the operation—not simply managing it from the office—and who takes pride in developing people, delivering quality food and building an efficient, professional and collaborative working environment.

Ready for Your Next Culinary Leadership Opportunity?

We’d love to hear from you. Apply with your resume outlining your culinary leadership experience and qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the Chateau Lacombe Hotel, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.