Executive Chef

Executive Chef

Company Overview

Expand your career into the boreal forest and create unforgettable dining experiences at Elk Ridge Resort. Elk Ridge Resort is seeking a dynamic, creative, and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations across Fredrich, The Wyld, Caddy Snack and Banquet Operations. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Executive Chef will oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen and culinary team while driving culinary excellence, profitability, consistency, and exceptional guest experiences. We are looking for a hands-on culinary leader with a passion for food, strong business sense, and the ability to inspire a positive, productive, and collaborative team environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee all culinary operations for Fredrich, The Wyld, Caddy Snack and Banquet Operations.
• Develop and execute regular menus, seasonal offerings, and special menus for groups and events.
• Create innovative and memorable culinary experiences while staying current with restaurant and hospitality trends.
• Coordinate, supervise, and actively participate in food preparation, cooking, plating, and service across all meal periods.
• Ensure consistent quality, presentation, portion control, and adherence to Elk Ridge Resort standards.
• Monitor food costs and ensure menu items achieve established food-cost targets.
• Prepare, review, and manage budgets and forecasts, ensuring food costs, labour expenses, departmental expenses, and revenue targets are achieved.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, product quality, and relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Lead, schedule, coach, mentor, and develop culinary team members.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide meaningful recognition and feedback.
• Foster a positive kitchen culture built on teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and respect.
• Work collaboratively with other departments and external partners to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Lead by example with a hands-on approach and a strong commitment to culinary excellence.
• Maintain a professional, enthusiastic, optimistic, and helpful presence at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• Red Seal certification is mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an equivalent kitchen management or Executive Chef role.
• Knowledge to Optimum Control software would be an asset.
• Demonstrated passion for food and culinary creativity.
• Strong knowledge of current restaurant and hospitality trends.
• Proven experience with menu development, food costing, budgeting, and labour management.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse culinary team.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to work effectively with other departments, management, vendors, and external partners.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, four-season resort environment.

Compensation: $65,000–$85,000 per year, based on experience.
This is a full-time, on-site, year-round position.

Why Elk Ridge Resort?

Located just seven minutes from Prince Albert National Park, Elk Ridge Resort is surrounded by the beauty of Saskatchewan's boreal forest, pristine lakes, and abundant wildlife. Our four-season resort offers an exceptional combination of hospitality, recreation, and outdoor adventure, including:

• 27-hole championship golf course
• Onsite Drift Spa partnership
• Hiking and outdoor activities
• Indoor pool, waterslide, and hot tub
• Beautiful boreal forest and lake surroundings
• Year-round resort operations

Elk Ridge and the surrounding Lakeland Region provide endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors while building a rewarding career in hospitality.

Since the current ownership group, Routes2SK Inc., acquired Elk Ridge Resort in 2020, the resort has experienced significant growth and was recognized as a finalist in the 2022 SABEX Growth Awards.

What We Offer

• Staff accommodations
• Competitive wages
• Benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Full use of resort amenities
• Free golf
• The opportunity to live and work in one of Saskatchewan's most beautiful four-season destinations

If you're ready to take your culinary career beyond the city and lead a talented team in an inspiring resort environment, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and three references to:

[email protected]

Join the Elk Ridge Resort team and help us create unforgettable culinary experiences in the heart of Saskatchewan's boreal forest.

Pay: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Waskesiu Lake, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Red Seal (preferred)

Work Location: In person