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Executive Chef (USA Operations)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $105,000.00 - $115,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short term disability
long term disability
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Armstrong Collective is the parent company of two iconic luxury rail experience brands, Rocky Mountaineer and Canyon Spirit. These brands craft unforgettable journeys through some of the most breathtaking landscapes in Western Canada and the American Southwest, offering a blend of natural beauty, exceptional service, and culinary excellence. Guided by core values such as Create Meaningful Moments, Be One Team, and Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes, Armstrong Collective fosters a proud, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture where integrity, teamwork, and guest experience are priorities. The company is deeply committed to supporting growth, embracing innovation, and maintaining a respectful environment that celebrates diversity... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent culinary education
  • Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership experience in luxury or mobile settings
  • Proven track record managing larger culinary teams
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and regulatory compliance
  • Ability to work in a safety-critical environment including railway area access
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to lead and coach diverse teams effectively
  • Flexibility to support operations in remote and mobile contexts
  • Proficiency in menu development and costing
  • Experience with inventory control and waste reduction practices

Job Qualifications

  • 5-8+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience
  • Proven experience leading teams of 20+ and developing people leaders
  • Experience managing budgets, costs, and operational performance
  • Experience in luxury, mobile, or remote culinary environments preferred
  • Strong leadership presence and ability to influence across functions
  • Clear communicator with change leadership skills
  • Organized, execution-focused with strong follow-through
  • Data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement mindset

Job Duties

  • Lead and continuously evolve the onboard culinary program
  • Translate culinary strategy into clear standards and processes
  • Provide direction for menu development, costing, and seasonal refreshes
  • Hold teams accountable for food quality, presentation, and service delivery
  • Represent culinary function for special events and brand activations
  • Lead and develop a team of 20+ culinary professionals
  • Create an inclusive and accountable team culture
  • Set expectations and provide feedback
  • Support recruitment and onboarding
  • Coordinate with Planning and Logistics
  • Act as liaison between culinary operations and internal partners
  • Collaborate with catering partners for provisioning and quality
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Lead change management
  • Champion strong communication across departments
  • Lead safety culture and incident reporting
  • Oversee food safety programs and audits
  • Support health and safety committee activities
  • Ensure emergency preparedness and response
  • Use guest feedback to improve service delivery
  • Oversee documentation of culinary programs
  • Lead culinary-related events and activations
  • Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control
  • Identify cost savings and efficiencies
  • Lead goal setting and planning
  • Champion environmental and sourcing programs
  • Strengthen partnership with catering providers

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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