Nisku, Ab Front of house Jobs – 156 Openings This Week

Executive Chef
Cook County Steakhouse —Edmonton, AB
- From $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Cooking
- Budgeting
- Dental care
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Sous Chef – Hunter Canmore - Relocate to Canmore
Concorde Entertainment Group —Edmonton, AB
- $60,400–$65,400 a year
- Hospitality
- Sales
- English
- Paid time off
Line Cooks - Relocate to Waterton Park, Alberta (Seasonal)
Bayshore Inn and Spa —Alberta
- $19–$22 an hour
- Temporary
- Cooking
- English
- Hotel
- Store discount
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Food and Beverage Supervisor (Relocate to Lake Louise, AB)
Post Hotel & Spa —Alberta
- From $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hotel
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Store discount
- Paid time off
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Night Crew Member
McDonald's —Nisku, AB
- From $16 an hour
- Night shift
- Food service
- Flexible schedule
Front of House - Late Night Server
Denny's Canada —Edmonton, AB
- $15–$17 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Basic math
- English
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Host
Moxies —Edmonton, AB
- $18–$21 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Flexible schedule
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Restaurant Host/Hostess
BIRDOG —Edmonton, AB
- $15.00–$30.11 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Hotel
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Front of House - Server
Denny's Canada —Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
- Serving
- Restaurant
- Restaurant experience
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Full-Time Crew Member
McDonald's —Leduc, AB
- From $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Food service
- Flexible schedule
Front of House - Host/Hostess
Chop Steakhouse & Bar —Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
- Hotel
- Restaurant
- Communication skills
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Front of House Staff
Fargos 50st —Edmonton, AB
- $15.01–$22.94 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Serving
- Customer service
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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Chop - Front of House - Service Assistant
Chop Steakhouse & Bar —Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
- Hotel
- Restaurant
- Communication skills
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Bartender/Server
HOUSE OF FORK —Edmonton, AB
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Bar
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Temporary Sales Associate
Coach —Edmonton, AB
- $17.60–$22.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Sales
- Social media management
- Commuter benefits
- Disability insurance
Front of House Staff
Barcelos Flame Grilled Chicken —Edmonton, AB
- $15–$17 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- English
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Front of House - Bartender
Chop Steakhouse & Bar —Sherwood Park, AB
- Full-time
- Serving
- Bar
- Hotel
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Front of House - Host/Hostess
Denny's Canada —Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
- Hotel
- Restaurant
- Communication skills
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Assistant Manager
Moxies —Edmonton, AB
- $60,000–$66,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Dental care
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Lead Barista
Brick & Brew Inc. —Edmonton, AB
- $20–$22 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Customer service
- POS
- Store discount
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Executive Chef

Cook County Steakhouse
Edmonton, AB

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Job details

Full-time
From $60,000 a year
7 days ago

Qualifications

Red Seal
Inventory management
FoodSafe
Butchery
Cooking
Purchasing
Business planning
Budgeting
Leadership
Restaurant experience
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Executive Chef – Cook County Steakhouse

About Cook County Steakhouse

Cook County Steakhouse is redefining Alberta's dining experience by combining premium Canadian beef, elevated western hospitality, and unforgettable guest experiences. We are seeking an accomplished Executive Chef who is passionate about exceptional food, inspiring teams, and operational excellence.

This is more than running a kitchen—it's an opportunity to build one of Alberta's premier steakhouse destinations.

Position Summary

The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and success of the Cook County Steakhouse kitchen. This role requires a highly experienced steakhouse chef with a proven background in premium beef programs, scratch cooking, kitchen leadership, financial management, and creating memorable dining experiences.

The successful candidate will lead all culinary operations while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and profitability.

Key ResponsibilitiesCulinary Leadership

Lead all culinary operations for Cook County Steakhouse.
Develop and maintain an elevated steakhouse menu focused on premium Alberta beef and seasonal ingredients.
Ensure every dish meets presentation, quality, and consistency standards.
Maintain exceptional execution during both regular service and high-volume events.
Continuously innovate through seasonal features, tasting menus, chef specials, and special events.

Premium Beef Program

Demonstrate extensive knowledge of premium beef, including grading, aging, fabrication, cooking techniques, and sourcing.
Oversee steak cutting, portion control, aging programs, and yield management.
Train culinary staff on proper preparation, cooking temperatures, resting techniques, and presentation.
Maintain relationships with premium Alberta producers and suppliers.

Kitchen Leadership

Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable kitchen culture.
Conduct regular performance reviews and ongoing training.
Schedule labour effectively while maintaining service excellence.
Lead by example through professionalism, urgency, and teamwork.

Financial Performance

Manage kitchen budgets and operating costs.
Achieve food cost targets through purchasing, inventory control, portion management, and waste reduction.
Monitor labour costs and productivity.
Complete weekly inventory and ordering.
Analyze sales trends to maximize profitability.

Food Safety & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with Alberta Health regulations.
Maintain impeccable sanitation and cleanliness standards.
Oversee HACCP procedures and food safety protocols.
Ensure equipment is maintained and operating safely.

Operational Excellence

Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
Support special events, private dining, wine dinners, and culinary showcases.
Participate in menu engineering and pricing strategies.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and business planning.

QualificationsRequired Experience

Minimum 7–10 years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
Minimum 3–5 years as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a premium steakhouse or upscale dining environment.
Extensive experience with premium steakhouse operations.
Proven leadership in high-volume kitchens.
Strong knowledge of butchery, dry-aging, grilling, and premium beef preparation.
Experience managing food and labour costs.
Strong understanding of inventory management and purchasing.

Preferred Qualifications

Red Seal Chef Certification considered an asset.
Food Safe Certification.
Experience with wine pairing and elevated dining experiences.
Experience executing banquets and large-scale events.
Passion for Alberta's local food producers and ingredients.

Skills & Competencies

Exceptional leadership and coaching abilities
Strong business and financial acumen
High attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Calm under pressure
Creative menu development
Passion for hospitality
Strong organizational and time management skills
Commitment to continuous improvement

What Success Looks Like

The Executive Chef will:

Deliver an exceptional guest dining experience every service.
Build and retain a strong culinary team.
Maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
Meet or exceed food cost and labour targets.
Drive menu innovation while protecting the Cook County brand.
Create a culture of accountability, respect, and excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

At Cook County Steakhouse, we believe exceptional leadership should be recognized and rewarded. In addition to a competitive salary, the Executive Chef will have the opportunity to participate in performance-based incentives that align with the continued growth and success of the restaurant.

Performance Bonus Program

The Executive Chef is eligible to participate in a quarterly performance bonus program based on achieving key business objectives, which may include:

Sales growth
Food cost and inventory management
Labour cost performance
Profitability targets
Guest satisfaction and online reputation
Health and food safety compliance
Team development and staff retention

If you are a passionate culinary leader who thrives on excellence, values teamwork, and wants to leave your mark on an exciting and growing brand, we'd love to meet you.

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Discounted or free food
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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