Executive Chef

Lead the culinary experience across every table, service, and event.

At Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport, the kitchen is an essential part of the guest experience. We’re looking for an Executive Chef who will lead the full culinary offering with vision, consistency, and rigour, including our full service restaurant Sosta, Altcetera grab & go, banquets and catering services. This role is ideal for a Chef who thrives in a hotel environment with multiple dining experiences and service points, and who understands that excellence must be just as present in banquets and in-room dining as it is in the restaurant. Through your creativity, organization, operational leadership, and genuine love of food and hospitality, you will guide the brigade, elevate the culinary offering, and help create memorable moments for every guest.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Lead the hotel’s culinary operation across the restaurant, Altcetera grab & go, banquets and catering services

Develop seasonal and innovative menus while continually elevating the culinary offering through performance follow-up and ongoing coaching of the team

Plan, organize, and oversee the execution of banquets, catered functions, and special events, including logistics and client collaboration

Recruit, train, coach, and lead the kitchen brigade

Plan schedules and allocate work according to operational needs, business volumes, and labour objectives, while maintaining productivity and budget expectations

Oversee purchasing, supplier relationships, inventory, storage, and product quality to meet financial expectations and quality standards

Play an active role in the financial performance of the F&B department by identifying opportunities, driving improvements, and contributing to greater profitability

Contribute to the development of marketing initiatives and culinary events that enhance the restaurant’s visibility and overall guest experience

Collaborate closely with front-of-house, hotel operations, sales, and other departments to ensure smooth service, event execution, and strategic alignment

Maintain high standards in hygiene, sanitation, health and safety, and food handling at all times

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Significant experience in an Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership role in a hotel, restaurant, or similar environment

Strong experience managing banquets, catering, and high-volume event execution

Strong knowledge of diverse dining standards across restaurant and event environments

Professional culinary training; Red Seal certification is an asset

Strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to develop and mobilize a team

Creativity, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Good knowledge of labour standards, health and safety, and hygiene and sanitation requirements

Ability to stand for long periods and handle the physical demands of the role

Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

WHAT WE OFFER

Passionate about travel? Take advantage of great rates when you stay at Germain Hotels to travel the country. Again and again!

A work environment that fosters creativity and autonomy - contribute to the growth of a company that's dedicated to moving you forward and recognizes you for who you really are.

Squats help you relax? Get access to a state-of-the-art gym right in your workplace.

The annual salary for this role is between $67 000 and $84,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

This position may be eligible for anannual discretionary bonus in accordance with the current bonus plan.

Backfill for an existing position.

Apply - we look forward to hearing from you!

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