We’re Hiring: Chef/Kitchen Manager – Cilantro and Chive (Lacombe)
Full-Time | $50,000–$60,000/year + Health Benefits + Performance Bonus
Make a Real Impact!
Are you ready to lead with passion, inspire a team, and bring serious flavour to the table?
If you’re a rockstar in the kitchen with strong leadership skills, a creative mind, and a hunger to be part of something bigger – we want to hear from you.
At Cilantro and Chive, we don’t just serve food. We serve community, creativity, and connection. Our mission? To change one MILLION lives in Central Alberta—and we’re building the kind of team that can make it happen.
—Why Join Us?—
This is not your average kitchen job. This is a career with purpose, growth, and meaning.
Be Valued: We see our team as the heart of everything we do.
Lead Boldly: Guide a passionate culinary team that’s pushing boundaries and creating magic.
Grow With Us: Leadership support, weekly one-on-ones, and personal development are part of the deal.
Create Impact: From our Burger of the Month campaigns to local pop-ups and fundraisers, your ideas and energy shape the experience.
—What You’ll Do—
-Lead our culinary team with creativity, consistency, and integrity
-Develop seasonal menus that WOW using local, fresh ingredients
-Mentor, train, and grow your team through clear communication and support
-Work closely with local producers and partners
-Take the lead on ordering, inventory, costing, and scheduling
-Plan and execute events, catering, and community initiatives
-Collaborate with leadership in weekly meetings and strategic planning
—What You Bring—
-3+ years in a full-service kitchen or bar environment
-Previous leadership experience as Sous Chef or Chef
-Culinary education or certifications are an asset (Food Safe, WHMIS, Pro-Serve, First Aid)Strong organizational and communication skills
-Comfort in fast-paced, ever-changing environments
-Passion for food, people, and making a difference
—Perks & Benefits—
$50,000-$60,000/year salary
Shared Health & Dental Benefits
Health Spending Account
Life Insurance
Performance Bonus
Paid vacation + flexible scheduling
Opportunity to lead, grow, and thrive in a people-first culture
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Wellness program

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details