Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Banff, AB
Full-time
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Banff, AB

Job details

Job type
Full-time

Location
Banff, AB

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Dental care
Housing allowance
Paid vacation

Full job description
Stewarding Manager
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus – artists, leaders, and thinkers – to unleash their creative potential.

We acknowledge, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as “Minhrpa” (translated in Stoney Nakoda as “the waterfalls”) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Rockyview District 4. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play here, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

The Opportunity
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is one of the premier culinary destinations in the Bow Valley. We are proud to boast three fantastic restaurants (Three Ravens Restaurant and Lounge, Maclab Bistro and Vistas Dining Room), where our menus have been inspired by fresh, local ingredients and are infused with creativity. We also hold numerous banquets and receptions throughout the year where our guests are able to experience creative, memorable and inspirational menus that leave a lasting impression.

The Kitchen team is looking for a Stewarding Manager to be responsible for supervising the multiple location operation of the Stewarding department and team. This includes the daily cleaning and up-keep of the equipment, dish rooms and garbage room. This position is also responsible for ensuring adequate inventory of dishware, kitchen related glassware and chafing dishes.

Roles and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Executive Chef, below are some key accountabilities:

Ensure that all equipment and service ware are in good working order
Responsible for the proper and safe storage of all crockery and glassware
Create and manage the schedule for all of the Stewards while maintaining effective labour cost control
Responsible for the disposal of metal, glass, plastic and other recycled products
Maintain an inventory stock list of all food related kitchen ware as well as related cleaning products and chemicals used for the operation of the stewarding team
Responsible for the hiring and effective training of all stewarding staff
Provide direction and feedback to staff in the form of coaching and performance management
Ensure a positive and safe work environment for all team members aligned with Banff Centre's policies
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
Completion of high school education or equivalent
2-3 years' stewarding managing experience in high volume hotels, resorts or restaurants is required
Strong administrative abilities and competence in Microsoft Office
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated experience creating and managing a motivating work environment
Ability to work in a physically demanding role; significant standing and walking, lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, reaching above and below shoulder height, bending, kneeling, twisting
Employment Terms & Benefits
In accordance with the terms of employment governing Management/PSP employees, this is a permanent, full time position, subject to a 6 month probation period working 40 hours per week.
The successful candidate will enjoy twenty paid vacation days and four personal days annually, extended medical and dental benefits, and participation in an employer-matched pension plan.
Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:
Staff housing options (based on availability)
Professional development
Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts
Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff
Application Process
We are accepting applications for the Stewarding Manager position until a suitable candidate has been found.
Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Commitment to Diversity

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus for students, faculty, staff and visitors. Guided by our values, Banff Centre is rooted in Alberta with provincial, national and global impact. Our strength arises from inclusion; the diversity of people, ideas, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds in our work and team. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression to apply.

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