Executive Chef - Hotel (Kamloops)

Responsibilities - Provide leadership and direction for all culinary operations including restaurants, lounges, catering, banquets, in-room dining, and special events - Develop and execute seasonal menus, feature programs, banquet offerings, and culinary initiatives aligned with the property’s positioning and guest expectations - Lead, mentor, coach, and develop culinary teams while fostering a positive and performance-driven culture - Ensure consistency, quality, presentation, and execution standards are maintained across all food outlets - Manage labour scheduling, staffing levels, recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning within the culinary division - Oversee food costing, inventory management, purchasing, and kitchen productivity to ensure financial targets are achieved - Collaborate closely with hotel leadership, sales, and banquet teams to support group business, weddings, conferences, and special events - Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, health regulations, and brand operating standards - Monitor guest feedback, culinary trends, and market opportunities to continuously evolve the food and beverage offering - Build strong relationships with local suppliers and support seasonal and regional product integration where appropriate - Participate in budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and operational reviews as part of the hotel leadership team Requirements - Previous experience as an Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or senior culinary leader within a full-service hotel, resort, or high-volume hospitality environment - Proven ability to lead large culinary teams in a fast-paced and service-focused environment - Strong financial acumen including food cost controls, labour management, budgeting, and inventory oversight - Demonstrated leadership presence with exceptional coaching, mentoring, and communication skills - Passion for hospitality, culinary innovation, and delivering exceptional guest experiences - Ability to remain calm, organized, and solutions-focused under pressure - Red Seal certification or formal culinary training is considered a strong asset - Working knowledge of health, safety, and food handling regulations Corporate Culture - Competitive compensation package -$80,000 -$100,000 - Prospect to join a recognized hospitality brand with strong operational support and career growth potential - Leadership role with visibility and influence across a dynamic hotel operation - The chance to live and work in Kamloops, offering an exceptional lifestyle with year-round outdoor recreation, solid community connection, and access to some of British Columbia’s most scenic landscapes Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pc2jb