Head Butcher

Our guiding principle is simple: Make It Countin every cut every detail and every guest experience. As Head Butcher you bring strong technical skill and deep product knowledge across all proteinsbeef poultry game fish and sausage production. Youll manage day-to-day butchery operations with precision and efficiency ensuring accuracy in scaling yield and quality control. By maintaining organized systems disciplined cleanliness and consistent standards youll support our culinary teams with the highest level of craftsmanship and respect for each ingredient.

Job Duties Include:  

Reporting to the Executive Chef  responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Lead mentor and develop the butchery team by fostering a culture of excellence conducting performance reviews and providing ongoing coaching and training.
• Oversee all butchery operations including the precise breakdown of meats and seafood ensuring quality consistency yield optimization and adherence to brand standards.
• Maintain strict food safety cleanliness and organization standards across all workspaces ensuring compliance with hygiene regulations and internal audit requirements.
• Manage production inventory and cost control including ordering product traceability yield management and alignment with budget targets.
• Collaborate with Culinary Leadership and Purchasing to support menu development forecast needs and drive sustainable and efficient product utilization.
• Ensure operational excellence through effective scheduling payroll management equipment maintenance and strong communication with front-of-house and supporting departments to enhance the guest experience.

Qualifications :

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of culinary leadership experience preferably in a luxury setting or large kitchen environment
• Red Seal Certification (Journeypersons papers) or recognized international equivalent required; candidates without Red Seal may alternatively complete Rouxbe Culinary Foundations level 1 & 2. Receiving certification in both with a grade greater than 90% and 54 months (7020 hours) experience in relevant workplaces
• Valid Canadian Food Handling Certification
• Proven ability to break down whole animals with precision and efficiency.
• Strong understanding of yield management inventory control and food cost analysis.
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills; able to train and motivate a diverse culinary team.
• Creative mindset with a passion for quality and innovation
• Proficient in computer programs including Word Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong knowledge of financials including labor and food cost management
• Commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing practices
• Excellent leadership organizational time management and communication skills

Additional Information :

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 Fairmont & 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 Lake Louise Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resorts Food & Beverage Outlets Fitness Centre Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees for 1 month off-site accommodation is available for you to rent downtown based on availability
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)

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

APPLY TODAY: Whether youre just launching your career or looking for a new adventure we invite you to visit  to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time