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. Join our Michelin 1-Key hotel, awarded for two consecutive years, and help us Make It Count every day.

You’ll lead by example in a fast-paced, inclusive kitchen—mentoring others, meeting tight deadlines, and inspiring your team to strive for excellence. Passionate about food and people, you’ll coach and influence others to reach their full potential while growing your own leadership within a culture built on quality, collaboration, and continuous development. Together with Senior Leadership, you’ll lead an inclusive, fast-paced kitchen—mentoring your team, driving standards, and inspiring excellence through your own example.

Competitive Salary: $69,450.00 - $71,945.44 gross annually, based on previous experience &

education Provide real time coaching and course correction during shift to ensure standards are upheld across the team Model, uphold, and reinforce all Fairmont Hotels & Resorts standards related to grooming, hygiene, food safety, and the Culinary Cultural Manual. Inspect product for quality and consistency during and after baking Maintains consistency for all items leaving the Pastry and Bake Shop Assist with dessert menu development, implementation, maintains appropriate outlet and banquet recipes to implement these menus. Conduct daily line checks to ensure food quality, proper prep, tasting, and preventive safety measures Manage daily tasks of colleagues, delegate responsibilities, and ensure peak team performance Monitor and maintain adequate food inventory levels; Conduct internal food safety audits to ensure compliance in food prep, storage,



and sanitation Support menu engineering timelines and implementation contribute to strategies that improve performance and maximize Food & Beverage revenue Enforce proper food safety standards daily; Foster strong working relationships with supporting departments, especially Food & Beverage and Stewarding Minimum of 3 years of culinary leadership experience, preferably in a luxury setting or large kitchen environment Red Seal Certification (Journeyperson’s papers) or recognized international equivalent required; candidates without Red Seal may alternatively complete Rouxbe Culinary Foundations Level 1 & 2, and introduction to Bakery & Pastry within the first 6 months of employment Knowledge of how to work with Sugar, Chocolate, Marzipan, Wedding Cakes, and all Bakery aspects Skilled in celebration cake construction and professional icing techniques Creative mindset with a passion for quality and innovation Proficient in computer programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Strong knowledge of financials, including labor and food cost management 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) Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended advantages like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirenation 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 Visa Requirements : The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

📌 Junior Sous Chef - Pastry (Banff)
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