Chef jobs in Alberta

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A full-time RESTAURANT chef

Join our Culinary Team as a Restaurant Chef. The Restaurant Chef will play an integral role in the kitchen management team by controlling and managing the day to day running of our culinary operation. This role will assist the Executive Chef in exceeding the planned objectives for culinary concepts, is responsible for the kitchen organization, leading the brigade of the kitchen on a daily basis and maintaining costs and quality control within the kitchen department, menu creation, guest satisfaction and colleague engagement. The successful candidate will be someone who is creative and artistic with ingredients showcasing their love for cooking.

What is expected of me in this role?

§ Upholds brand and quality standards in the culinary operation; hands-on Chef who works alongside the team daily and leads by example.

§ Fill in where needed to ensure that the guest experience is never compromised and their expectation of food and service are met and/or exceeded

§ Frequently taste food offerings in all culinary departments to ensure quality

§ Teach, coach and support creativity among culinary team members, and mentor the next generation of culinary talent

§ Must follow strict safety and hygiene protocols and ensure that the culinary team adheres to all

§ Motivates and develops culinary colleagues through the operational, financial and administrative functions creating a multi skilled culinary team

§ Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served based on the recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards of the company

§ Plan, coordinate and implement special events and holiday functions

§ Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control

§ Lead and coach the team towards exceptional guest service and colleague satisfaction results

§ Act as a leader by developing and assuming key management responsibilities

§ Will be the liaison between the F&B operation operations and culinary team

§ Participate in marketing events

§ Understand and maintain all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs. Follow through with training and coaching to ensure that all policies and laws are followed

§ Assist the Executive Chef in ensuring success and profitability of our culinary operation

§ Valid work authorization for Canada

Qualification

§ Culinary education and or on the job training, independent restaurant experience is preferred

WHAT ARE THE ADDITIONAL BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE HYATT REGENCY CALGARY?

§ Extended Health Benefits for you and your dependents and paid medical days.

§ Employer RRSP Matching Contributions.

§ Wellbeing Programs, Headspace and Not Myself Today, Complimentary Access to the Hotel Pool and Gym.

§ Discounted Parking.

§ LEAD Tuition and Training program, Leading@Hyatt.

§ Complimentary meal during shift.

§ Discounts at our on-site restaurant Thomsons Kitchen/Bar.

§ Discounts at our on-site Spa-Stillwater Spa Services and Spa Products.

§ Complimentary hotel nights, friends, and family discounts at Hyatt properties around the world.

§ Opportunities to participate in our Hyatt Calgary LGBTQ2S+diversity group and youth hiring programming; RiseHY

§ 2026 Great Place To Work Certified

§ Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR Facility accredited

About Hyatt Regency

Being part of our Hyatt Regency Calgary family means always having space to be you. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together.

Be a part of something bigger. Enjoy life every day. Make a difference in the lives of those around you. Love where you work. Join a family that values respect, integrity, humility, empathy, creativity and fun, your perfect opportunity. At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best.

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honor and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis, and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land, and who honor and celebrate this territory. This sacred gathering place provides us with an opportunity to engage in and demonstrate leadership on reconciliation

This role will typically allow a minimum of 40 hours per week. Shifts will vary based on business needs, including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

The minimum starting salary for this role is from $65000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Visit careers.hyatt.com to apply

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