Executive Sous Chef at Explore Edmonton Corporation

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Leadership, Large-scale Banquet Production, Food Cost Control, Labour Management, Menu Engineering, Inventory Management, HACCP, WHMIS, OH&S, Staff Mentoring, Operational Planning, Quality Control

Industry

Travel Arrangements

Description

ABOUT US We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy. Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour. And by incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it. About The Edmonton Convention Centre Recognized as one of North America’s top five performing venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre is an iconic downtown meeting location that attracts and plays host to major events, meetings, concerts, galas, and conferences to our city. We elevate Edmonton as a conference and convention destination through our culinary excellence and by delivering outstanding guest experiences, while upholding the health and safety of our guests and employees. Built into the foundation of the Edmonton river valley, our venue is a community asset and a reflection of Edmonton, generating great economic impact and social benefits through a sustainable approach. Home to Canada’s largest building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) system, our iconic multi-leveled atrium sloping down the river valley is now a landmark of sustainability. The Edmonton Convention Centre is a business segment of Explore Edmonton; Edmonton’s Destination Management, Marketing and Venue Management Organization. ABOUT THE POSITION The Edmonton Convention Centre is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our Culinary Leadership Team! This role is a key partner to the Executive Chef, responsible for overseeing the execution of culinary operations across large-scale events, conferences, and high-profile functions. As second-in-command, the Executive Sous Chef will lead and inspire a diverse culinary team, ensuring seamless coordination, consistency in execution, and the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and safety. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This is a fully on-site leadership role requiring consistent physical presence across both the Edmonton Convention Centre and Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) kitchen operations. What we offer to enhance your experience: • A competitive compensation package complemented by attractive benefits • Guidance from Red Seal and award-winning chefs who will support your continued growth • Opportunities to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing culinary teams • The chance to contribute to large-scale, high-profile events and experiences • Exciting career growth opportunities within a dynamic organization • Flexible scheduling options to support operational needs • Access to our Annual Scholarship Program • Enjoy meal discounts, exclusive fitness membership discounts, and a range of other perks designed exclusively for our valued employees The successful candidate will be responsible for: • Supporting the Executive Chef in leading all kitchen operations, ensuring seamless execution across banquets, conferences, and events • Leading, mentoring, and developing a large culinary team, including Sous Chefs and senior kitchen staff • Managing daily kitchen operations, including workflow planning, staffing, and production schedules to ensure efficiency and consistency • Ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and guest experience across all events • Overseeing inventory, food costs, procurement, and labour to support financial targets and operational efficiency • Enforcing strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation standards, including WHMIS, OH&S, and HACCP • Collaborating with the Executive Chef on menu planning, culinary innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives • Leading tastings, quality control processes, and performance evaluations to maintain excellence • Supporting training programs, coaching, and career development for culinary team members • Contributing to strategic planning, operational improvements, and long-term culinary initiatives The successful candidate will have: • Red Seal Certification (required); Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC) designation is considered an asset • A minimum of 10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in high-volume environments such as hotels, resorts, or convention centres • Proven experience leading large culinary teams, preferably within a unionized environment • Strong expertise in large-scale banquet and event production without compromising quality • Exceptional leadership, communication, and team development skills • Strong business acumen, including experience with food cost control, labour management, and menu engineering • Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail • Experience with inventory systems, forecasting, and operational planning tools • This role requires strong verbal communication skills • Proficiency in English is necessary to perform essential job duties, including interactions with colleagues, management, and written documentation • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak event periods as required HOW TO APPLY If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter and resume by June 4, 2026. Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

Responsibilities

Oversee culinary operations for large-scale events and high-profile functions as the second-in-command to the Executive Chef. Lead and develop a diverse culinary team while ensuring strict adherence to food quality, safety, and financial targets.