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General Manager Chef Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Lodge Manager & Culinary Management Team Location of Work: Remote worksite near various locations ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Lodge Manager & Culinary Management Team Location of Work: Remote worksite near various locations ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Lodge Manager & Culinary Management Team Location of Work: Remote worksite near various locations ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Hotel Manager Location of Work: Nakusp, British Columbia Job Status: Full-time, Year Round FLSA ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Hotel Manager Location of Work: Nakusp, British Columbia Job Status: Full-time, Year Round FLSA ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Hotel Manager Location of Work: Nakusp, British Columbia Job Status: Full-time, Year Round FLSA ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Hotel Manager Location of Work: Nakusp, British Columbia Job Status: Full-time, Year Round FLSA ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Hotel Manager Location of Work: Nakusp, British Columbia Job Status: Full-time, Year Round FLSA ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Hotel Manager Location of Work: Nakusp, British Columbia Job Status: Full-time, Year Round FLSA ...

... general. CMH is where mountain magic happens! Things that are important to us: * Safety as a ... Hotel Manager Location of Work: Nakusp, British Columbia Job Status: Full-time, Year Round FLSA ...

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General Manager Chef information

What is a general manager chef?

A General Manager Chef is a professional who oversees both the culinary and administrative operations of a restaurant, hotel, or food service establishment. This role combines the responsibilities of a head chef—such as menu planning, food preparation, and kitchen leadership—with those of a general manager, including staff management, budgeting, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The General Manager Chef ensures the smooth running of both the kitchen and the front-of-house, maintaining high standards for food quality, service, and business performance.

How does a general manager chef balance administrative duties with hands-on kitchen responsibilities?

A General Manager Chef typically splits time between overseeing kitchen operations and managing broader administrative tasks such as budgeting, scheduling, and staff management. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong organizational skills—many General Manager Chefs delegate day-to-day kitchen tasks to sous chefs or team leads while focusing on menu planning, procurement, and quality control. They also play a key role in training staff and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This dual focus allows them to maintain high culinary standards while also driving the business side of restaurant operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a general manager chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a General Manager Chef, you need strong culinary expertise, management experience, and a background in hospitality, often supported by a culinary degree or equivalent industry experience. Familiarity with kitchen management software, inventory systems, and food safety certifications like ServSafe is typically required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills help you motivate teams and maintain high service standards. These skills are crucial for ensuring operational efficiency, staff satisfaction, and consistently excellent guest experiences.

What is the difference between General Manager Chef vs Executive Chef?

AspectGeneral Manager ChefExecutive Chef
Primary RoleOversees restaurant operations, staff management, and business strategyManages kitchen operations, menu creation, and culinary staff
CredentialsHospitality management experience, possibly business or restaurant management certificationsProfessional culinary training, culinary certifications, and experience
Work EnvironmentOffice and restaurant management settingKitchen and culinary environment
Industry UsageCommon in restaurant chains, hotels, and hospitality businessesPrimarily in fine dining, hotels, and culinary establishments

The main difference is that the General Manager Chef focuses on overall restaurant operations and business management, while the Executive Chef concentrates on culinary excellence and kitchen management. Both roles require culinary knowledge, but the General Manager Chef also emphasizes business skills and staff oversight.

How to become a general manager chef at a restaurant?

To become a general manager chef, candidates typically need extensive experience in culinary arts and restaurant management, often starting as a chef or kitchen supervisor. Developing leadership skills, obtaining relevant certifications such as ServSafe or management courses, and demonstrating strong operational knowledge are essential steps to advance into a general manager chef role.

What cities in Alberta are hiring for General Manager Chef jobs?

Cities in Alberta with the most General Manager Chef job openings:

Assistant General Manager - Bridgette Bar Canmore

Canmore, AB • On-site

CA$55K - CA$66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist the General Manager in executing operational strategy.

  • Ensure all team members are trained to provide responsive, friendly, and courteous service to guests.

  • Control cash and receipts, review financial statements, and prepare financial reports to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.


Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting to the General Manager at Bridgette Bar Canmore, the Assistant General Manager must be a strategic business partner who is accountable for the overall performance of the business. This individual is responsible with assisting the General Manager for driving results aimed at achieving the company’s goals while adhering to company policies and procedures. Cultivating a fun and engaging work environment that complies with all relevant laws, and where the guest experience always exceeds expectations regardless of volume, are top priorities. Superior leadership, critical forward-thinking planning ability and decision-making skills are vital to thriving in this position, and a passion for delivering continual training and coaching is key to team success.

WHO WE ARE

Bridgette Bar is a chef-driven bar in the new Spring Creek community in Canmore, AB. Snack, indulge, bend an elbow & realize your day’s full potential when you spend time at Bridgette Bar; a space where design, craft and culture intersect. This is a bar – and one that happens to serve great food. Our drink list is a creative catalogue of crushable cocktails, high-octane originals, craft beers, and a wine list that all beverage enthusiasts will appreciate. Our food brings new twists on old favourites, making for a playful menu that's prepared on a savoury wood-burning grill. All set in a historic, mid-century inspired setting to keep things interesting.

 WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from: $55,000 -$66,000.
  • Fixed bi-weekly gratuities ranging from: $900 - $1300.
  • on-taxable monthly commuter allowance for employees living outside Bow Valley. 
  • Paid leave for sick and bereavement.
  • Professional development financial support.
  • Duty meals.
  • Comprehensive extended health and insurance benefits package.
  • 3 weeks’ vacation to start.
  • Cell phone allowance.
  • 25% Company-wide food & beverage discount & access to frequent local business discounts/specials.

 WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Assist the General Manager in executing operational strategy.
  • Ensure that all team members are trained to anticipate guests’ needs and all are made to feel welcome by delivering responsive, friendly, and courteous service.
  • Assist the General Manager to achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.
  • Control cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Review financial statements and prepare financial reports as required by Concorde Head Office, undertaking actions to ensure all financial reporting and operations are compliant with applicable regulatory requirements and legislation.
  • Assist the General Manager with preparation for monthly cross-venue GP meeting.
  • Stay on top of all learning, development, and training being administered by Head Office departments and ensure all necessary team members attend.
  • Ensure active venue participation in the company Health & Safety Program and ensure at least one salary and one hourly employee represent the venue on the cross-venue Health & Safety Committee.
  • Make recruitment, hiring, onboarding, succession planning and termination decisions in compliance with the Alberta Human Rights Act and internal company policies.
  • Time management and effective management scheduling; fill in where needed to ensure the highest guest service standards and efficient operations but understand that this position is not full-time floor manager plus administrative responsibilities.
  • Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of managerial and professional development through ongoing training programs and regular performance feedback.
  • Ensure all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules is prepared and submitted in an organized and timely manner.
  • Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Ensure that all products are received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures.
  • Schedule hourly labour as required using anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed as needed and labor cost objectives are met.
  • Be knowledgeable of HR policies regarding employees and administer prompt, fair and consistent performance management for all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures.
  • Fully understand and comply with all federal, provincial, and municipal regulations that pertain to Occupational Health and Safety, Employment Standards and Human Rights requirements
  • Work with the Business Development, Events, and Marketing teams to develop, plan, and carry out restaurant marketing, entertainment bookings, advertising and promotional activities and campaigns.
  • Execute ad-hoc administrative and operational duties are required.

WHAT YOU HAVE

  • A minimum of 3+ years experience with demonstrated success in a comparable role for an establishment of similar guest capacity, staff number, and affected by seasonality.
  • 5+ total years of hospitality experience is strongly preferred.
  • Extensive wine knowledge is required; cocktail knowledge is preferred.
  • Advanced English writing and grammatical proficiency.
  • Working knowledge of applicable employment related legislation.
  • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite.