Sous Chef - Bluebird Restaurant

Banff, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Sous Chef will support the Chef de Cuisine in delivering high-quality food and managing daily kitchen operations. They are responsible for leading the kitchen team, maintaining food standards, and overseeing inventory and ordering processes.

Job details

We’re seeking a Sous Chef to join us at Bluebird! Welcome to Bluebird, a wood-fired steakhouse featuring the best of Alberta beef including your favorite classic cuts and all-day-roasted Prime rib. Bluebird is where brunch and cocktails collide into fireside lunch which glides into happy hour and then swooshes into dinner where the après begins. With the fire stoked high, we are ready for you to ski through the front door and tell us all about it. It’s always a bluebird day in our mid-century chalet. Want to know more? Check us out here: https://www.bluebirdbanff.com/ We Love Perks! This Position Includes: Great salaries, achievable bonus programs + tips $200 Welcome Gift Card to use at any BHC Venue 50% off food, bottles of wine & sake for yourself + a guest at all BHC venues Learning & Development allowance Cell phone allowance Extended health benefits with premiums completely paid for by BHC after 3 months RRSP matching program after 3 months Short-term & Long-term Disability coverage after 3 months 3 weeks paid vacation + statutory holidays Paid community volunteer time Subsidized manager housing may be available What You’ll Do: Support the Chef de Cuisine in delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences Help lead and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a positive, efficient work environment Maintain kitchen organization, cleanliness, and operational efficiency Oversee food preparation to ensure consistency, quality, presentation, and standards are met Ensure stations are properly stocked and ready for peak service periods Manage inventory, ordering, and record-keeping while minimizing waste Assist with food and supply ordering to meet operational needs, on time and within budget Assist with training, coaching, and developing kitchen team members Act as an ambassador for BHC by helping identify and hire great culinary talent What You Have: 2-3 years culinary experience is required Prior experience in a supervisory kitchen role is an asset Food Safety and WHMIS certification required (we can help you get certified if needed) Knowledge of kitchen training best practices and standard operating procedures Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while staying calm under pressure Strong leadership and teamwork skills with a collaborative mindset Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport Flexible schedule required Banff Hospitality Collective is: https://www.banffcollective.com/banff-restaurants BHC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you are invited to participate in the hiring process and require an accommodation request, please let us know in advance by responding to the invite email. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 2-3 years of culinary experience and a supervisory background in a kitchen setting. Food Safety and WHMIS certifications are required, along with strong leadership and teamwork skills.