Executive Chef, Restaurants

At the Rimrock, dining is an art form, a reflection of place, passion, and precision.
As Executive Chef, Restaurants you will lead the culinary vision and daily execution of PARKER’S Table, Social, the Listening Lounge, and In-Room Dining. You’ll bring creativity and consistency together, shaping unforgettable dining experiences that express the best of Canadian terroir with global sophistication.

This is a role for a culinary leader who thrives on innovation, excellence, and storytelling, someone who understands that food is both craft and connection.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership & Execution

• Lead all culinary operations for PARKER’S Table, Social, the Listening Lounge, and In-Room Dining with a focus on creativity, consistency, and precision.
• Design and refine seasonal menus that celebrate premium Canadian ingredients, Asian influence, and Rimrock’s distinctive alpine spirit.
• Ensure uncompromising standards of quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction across all outlets.
• Oversee daily operations from mise en place and service execution to post-shift analysis and continuous improvement.

Team Leadership & Development

• Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team dedicated to excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaged kitchen culture that reflects Rimrock’s values and leadership philosophy.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, training sessions, and development planning to build future culinary leaders.

Operational & Financial Management

• Achieve financial goals through effective cost control, inventory management, and forecasting.
• Monitor food and labor costs to ensure efficient resource utilization while maintaining Rimrock’s elevated standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, leading the property’s HACCP initiatives.

Innovation & Guest Experience

• Partner with Food & Beverage leadership to create immersive dining experiences that tell a story and leave a lasting impression.
• Stay ahead of culinary trends, sustainability practices, and evolving guest preferences.
• Champion Rimrock’s culinary identity through innovation, artistry, and passion.

What You Bring

• Experience in 5 Diamond or Michelin-recognized restaurants
• Red Seal Certification or equivalent professional culinary training.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive culinary leadership in fine dining or luxury hotel environments.
• Proven expertise in Canadian-inspired cuisine with a foundation in modern, ingredient-driven cooking.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire diverse teams in a fast-paced, high-standard setting.
• Strong financial acumen, organizational excellence, and clear communication skills.

• International experience preferred.

Bonus if You Bring

• Proven leadership in 5-Diamond or Michelin-rated kitchen environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing HACCP and advanced food-safety programs.
• Established relationships with local farmers, foragers, and premium Canadian producers (farm-to-table networks).
• Expertise in butchery, charcuterie, or house-made preservation techniques.
• Experience with Asian culinary techniques (e.g., umami-forward cuisine, fermentation, wok/robata techniques).
• Sustainability project experience (waste reduction, sourcing strategies, energy-efficient kitchen design).
• Experience training and developing culinary talent, building bench strength and succession planning.
• A passion for coaching, skill development, and continuous learning.

Who You Are

You’re visionary, confident, and driven by excellence.
A natural leader with a passion for both innovation and precision, you thrive in fast-paced environments that demand agility and creativity. You motivate others through purpose and presence, fostering teamwork and trust while never compromising on quality. You see each dish as an opportunity to connect, to tell a story, and to elevate the guest experience.

Lead with vision. Create with purpose. Stay moved.

Physical Demands

• Continuous standing for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking, bending, and reaching above/below shoulder height.
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 22 lbs / 10 kg.
• Occasional lifting…