Director of Culinary

A rare culinary leadership opportunity has emerged at the Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection, for a Director of Culinary to join our talented team.

At the Rimrock, we create more than luxury experiences, we create moments that move people. Guided by Wellness, Adventure, and Culture, our Heartists live and work in one of the most inspiring places on Earth, delivering hospitality with purpose and heart. Here, every day brings connection, creativity, and unforgettable memories, on and off the clock.

Live boldly. Work with heart. Stay moved.
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$120,000.00 - $135,000.00 annually, based on previous experience and education.

At the Rimrock, dining is an art form, a reflection of place, passion, and precision.
As Director of Culinary, you will provide strategic leadership across all food & beverage venues, including PARKER’S Table, Social, the Listening Lounge, In-Room Dining, and Stewarding operations. You’ll shape the culinary vision, drive innovation, and ensure operational excellence, while empowering executive chefs and kitchen leaders to deliver 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, operational mastery, and storytelling, someone who understands that food is both craft and connection.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership & Execution

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership across all culinary and stewarding operations.
• Define and implement the Rimrock Banff culinary vision, ensuring brand alignment, consistency, and long-term relevance across venues.
• Translate emerging culinary trends, wellness, and nutrition innovations into operationally viable concepts.
• Oversee menu design and seasonal offerings to celebrate premium Canadian ingredients with global sophistication.
• Ensure exceptional standards of quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.

Team Leadership & Development

• Inspire, mentor, and develop executive chefs, kitchen leaders, and stewarding teams.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, and Rimrock’s values.
• Conduct performance evaluations, training, and succession planning to build bench strength.

Operational & Financial Management

• Establish and monitor food cost targets, menu margins, and portioning standards.
• Drive operational efficiency, productivity, and compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards, including HACCP initiatives.
• Oversee kitchen workflows, system scalability, and cross-venue operational consistency.

Innovation & Guest Experience

• Partner with F&B and Brand leadership to create immersive, narrative-driven dining experiences.
• Champion sustainability in sourcing, kitchen operations, and menu design.
• Continuously evaluate and improve culinary offerings, service execution, and guest impact.

What You Bring

• Red Seal Certification or equivalent professional culinary training.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in fine dining or luxury hotel environments.
• Proven expertise in Canadian and globally inspired cuisine with modern, ingredient-driven techniques.
• Experience overseeing multi-venue culinary operations and stewarding teams.
• Strong financial acumen, operational excellence, and organizational leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing teams in fast-paced, high-standard settings.
• Experience with wellness-focused culinary programs is an asset.
• International experience preferred.

Bonus if You Bring

• Leadership in 5-Diamond or Michelin-rated kitchen environments.
• Advanced HACCP or food safety program experience.
• Established relationships with local farmers, producers, and farm-to-table networks.
• Expertise in butchery, charcuterie, or preservation techniques.
• Experience with Asian culinary methods (e.g., fermentation, wok/robata techniques).
• Sustainability project experience, including waste reduction and energy-efficient kitchen systems.
• Proven coaching and development of culinary talent for succession planning.

Who You Are

You’re visionary, confident, and driven by excellence.
A natural leader with a passion for both innovation and operational precision, you thrive in 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 and operation as an opportunity to connect, tell a story, and 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 and carrying up to 50 lbs / 23 kg.
• Ability to work in a hot, noisy, and fast-paced environment for extended shifts.

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees.
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Accor properties world-wide.
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler.
• One complimentary buffet meal per shift in our staff cafeteria.

Apply Today: Whether you're just starting your journey or seeking your next adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Explore current opportunities and discover what it means to be a Heartist at www.rimrockcareers.com.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please reach out, confidentially, at recruiter@rimrockresort.com, and we’ll work with you to ensure your needs are met.

At Rimrock Banff, we believe that diversity makes us stronger, and inclusion moves us forward.

Our team is made up of individuals from across the globe, each bringing their own culture, perspective, and story. In a place as naturally diverse as Banff National Park, it’s only fitting that our workplace reflects the same richness.

Whether you're on shift or in staff housing, we want every Heartist to feel seen, valued, and free to be fully themselves, regardless of race, culture, gender identity, religion, abilities, sexual orientation, or age.

Inclusion isn't a box we check, it’s a value we live. And while we're proud of our progress, we know there's always more to learn, more ways to grow, and more voices to elevate.

Together, we build a workplace where belonging isn’t just possible, it’s expected.
Be you. Be bold. Stay moved.

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