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Thank you for considering a career at Explore Edmonton Corporation!


Explore Edmonton Corporation is the visitor economy and venue management organization for Edmonton. We tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and generate inbound visitation.


We are passionate Edmontonians, aligned through a unified purpose, mission, and vision to increase the economic impact of the visitor-based economy in Edmonton:

  • Purpose: Increase the economic impact of the visitor-based economy in Edmonton.
  • Mission: To showcase and inspire more people to visit Edmonton for exceptional experiences, while also enriching the quality of life for residents, and creating economic prosperity.
  • Vision: Edmonton will be a destination of choice, delivering year-round transformational visitor and guest experiences.


We work hard to continually improve employee, guest, stakeholder, and visitor satisfaction, increase destination attraction and awareness, strengthen Edmonton experiences and events, and improve our operational excellence.


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported.


Our core values differentiate us from other organizations. These are the common themes that unite us and helps to define our culture. We use our core values as a guidepost for consistent decision making, to empower employees and to unleash their potential as leaders. They are:

  • Public Stewardship: We have been given a tremendous responsibility to be stewards of public trust as well as the architect of bold ideas.
  • Selfless Approach: Everything we do is done in collaboration – with others on our teams, across our groups and with our stakeholders – and when we win, we win together.
  • Lead the Way: We step up. Start something. Change something. Connect and support others who are willing to take a risk – on our teams, in our city.
  • Make an Impact: When every action, big or small, can make an impact, every action contributes to building a visitor economy that matters.
  • Caring for One Another: We have a genuine commitment to the success of each other, our shareholders and our community.



Interested in joining our team? See our available career opportunities below and visit our About Us page to learn more about the organization, as well as our Venues page to learn about our award-winning venues.

Current Opportunities

Marketing & Communications Manager Open Collapsible Content

The Global Marketing team is looking for a Marketing and Communications Manager. The Corporate Marketing and Communications Manager acts as a marketing and communications generalist, serving the marketing needs of the corporation and leveraging the corporation’s assets and channels to project the corporate brand and values. This important role bridges the gap between corporate, government relations and CEO communications and is a true blend of marketing and communications functions.

The Marketing and Communications Manager crafts compelling content to help tell Explore Edmonton’s brand story through the development of corporate reports, social media posts, executive presentations, and a multitude of other platforms, including executive video scripts, blogs, bios, and newsletter articles. The incumbent will collaborate and co-ordinate closely with the Marketing and Strategic Communications and Partnerships (SC&P) teams to leverage existing content and ensure message alignment/relevancy across social media platforms, internal and external presentations, and executive communications platforms.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Supporting the execution of Explore Edmonton’s communications plan and tactics by developing executive presentations, speeches, key messages, and briefs. Primary audiences include tourism industry partners, community and business leaders, Board of Directors, Explore Edmonton employees and other key stakeholders.
  • Distilling a wide variety of corporate and business-line information into on-brand, informative and effective presentations and speeches tailored to audience needs.
  • Maintaining and updating the corporate template presentation. Execute corporate presentations, Board and Shareholder presentations, working within our brand, demonstrating quality and consistent work.
  • Curating corporate presentations and materials for easy access.
  • Co-ordinating technical and logistical details of executive presentations, internal and external.
  • Working with the brand production team, act as the point of contact and lead for creation of corporate plans, presentations, and reports.
  • Assisting in the development of social media and communications strategies to optimize the use of executive, board, and other corporate channels to promote key corporate assets such as the venues, major events, and programs.
  • Producing content for executive social channels and align messaging with corporate and consumer channels.
  • Co-ordinating shared content across consumer and corporate social channels. Leverage existing content and align or tailor for corporate channels.
  • Managing executive social media responses and community building.
  • Monitoring and evaluating social media analytics, trends, and content effectiveness.
  • Assisting in monitoring executive social media accounts for emerging issues and work with SC&P to mitigate and respond to issues.
  • Recommending and implementing strategies, tools and platforms based on analytics and reporting.
  • Collaborating with Marketing and SC&P on initiatives and annual planning.
  • Planning, organizing, and executing occasional executive events and meetings.
  • Leading and/or participating in projects, initiatives, and special events for the CEO office.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Diploma or undergraduate degree in communications, public relations, or marketing
  • 3 years of experience
  • Combination of strategic and tactical: Strong writing/editing/grammar skills; eye for detail; ability to summarize and simplify complex ideas.
  • High-energy communications and marketing professional with experience in social media and presentation content development, public relations, and marketing/promotions
  • Ability to navigate between communications and marketing strategy.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and editing skills with ability to adapt content to the medium and audience.
  • Experience managing various social media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms.
  • Research, analyze and summarize complex information into dynamic presentations and social posts.
  • Ability to work with and be accountable to multiple stakeholders.
  • Self-starter and ability to produce in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities at work.
  • Working knowledge of Canadian Press Stylebook (preferred)
  • Expertise in digital communications; familiarity with Office 365 and developing an optimized user experience.
  • Experience in developing and executing social media initiatives and engagement strategies, with ability to create content quickly.

How to Apply

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter, and resume no later than October 06, 2023.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

Manager, People Business Partner Open Collapsible Content

About Us

We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.

Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour. And by incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.

The People & Culture group is a team of service-minded individuals who are passionate about ensuring smart, customer-focused business processes are developed and followed. This team serves multiple internal customers and is made up of key business enablers and trusted business partners who provide superior customer service through collaboration, innovation, partnerships, and leadership to ensure the best possible user experience. In alignment with the needs of Explore Edmonton, services include providing governance advice and support, offering scalable business solutions, creating value for employees by building and facilitating connections across the organization.

About the Position

The People & Culture team is looking for a Manager, People Business Partner to be a part of our team in an agile and fast-paced environment.

Under the guidance of the Director, People & Culture, the Manager of People Business Partner operates within an integrated and dynamic business model. Their primary responsibility is to provide a high-level human resource services to internal clients. Through close collaboration with the Portfolio's owners and Business Unit Managers, the Manager, People Business Partner actively engages with department leadership teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of the organization's business strategy, priorities, and the HR implications at hand. This collaborative effort plays a vital role in identifying and nurturing organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures, and processes.

The successful individual will:

  • Serve as a trusted advisor and partner to leaders and managers across various departments, providing guidance on people-related matters, policies, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with internal clients to understand their needs, challenges, and objectives, and develop innovative HR solutions in collaboration with the People & Culture leadership team to drive business results.
  • Coach and give guidance to managers on employee relations issues, labor issues, conflict resolution, and performance management, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
  • Support recruitment efforts, ensuring a seamless candidate experience, and assisting with the selection and onboarding of top talent.
  • Actively participate in the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and initiatives, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Support the growth and development of a team of People Business Partners by providing effective leadership and mentoring to help them excel in their roles.
  • Work closely with the Manager, People Operations on various projects, administrative tasks, and the development and maintenance of the Compensation Framework.
  • Engage in collaborative efforts with the Manager, People Programs to collaborate and provide support for employee engagement initiatives and people programs.
  • Challenges the status quo and encourages responsible risk taking in the effort of continuous improvement.
  • Support other organizational initiatives or projects.

Candidate will have:

  • Post-secondary education in related field including HR Management Business Administration or Management
  • Minimum of 8 years of related Human Resources generalist experience
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of leadership experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge in HR advising in a values-based organization
  • Demonstrated technical HR generalist experience including employee relations, labour relations, union management, progressive discipline and legislation/governance
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to identify a key issue, gather information and determine appropriate solutions with an understanding of risk management; implementation of sound risk strategies
  • Excellent communications skills with ability to effectively articulate and communicate with all levels of employees throughout the organization
  • Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Fostering a team-oriented mindset
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced customer service environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint
  • Knowledge and experience in Project Management is consider an asset

How to Apply

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter to let us know how you feel you could make an impact along with your resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

Steward (Edmonton Convention Centre) Open Collapsible Content

The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for energetic and customer service focused Stewards to join our team! Reporting to the Chief Steward, the Steward will be responsible for cleaning all dishes, glassware, and flatware, and storing them in appropriate areas. Come join us! Be a part of our dynamic team!

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Collecting soiled dishware from halls and meeting rooms.
  • Sorting all the dishes according to size and shape, empty glassware on appropriate racks, and place cutlery in bus pans.
  • Confirming all machine parts are in appropriate positions and the water levels are accurate, and all dishes are properly sanitized and polished.
  • Ensuring to keep a clean workstation by thoroughly rinsing out machines, mopping, and locking the soap room at the end of every shift.
  • Confirming all dishes are neatly and safely stored in designated areas.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Prior dishwashing experience.
  • Ability to work independently to meet deadlines.
  • Strong ability to build positive relationships with other departments
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle stressful situations appropriately and adhere to long periods of standing, walking, pushing, heavy lifting and grasping.
  • Knowledge of sanitation controls and the use of cleaning supplies is considered an asset.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your resume. This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

Commis (Edmonton Convention Centre) Open Collapsible Content

The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for Cook 3 – Commis to join our team! This role will assist the Demi Chef & Chef de Partie in the preparation and presentation of food, thereby ensuring that all the Edmonton Convention Centre Standards of Excellence are achieved. Positions are available in both hot & cold kitchen and pastry kitchen.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Observing methods of food preparation; feels, tastes and smells prepared dishes, as well as viewing color, texture, and garnishments
  • Informing other kitchen staff of necessary adjustments to maintain quality standards and presentation
  • Communicating daily with Executive Sous Chef and Chef de Partie as per requirements and production schedules
  • Ensuring correct and timely distribution of food or product to the required location

The successful candidate will have:

  • A minimum of 1 year of experience as a cook
  • Excellent customer service through their culinary knowledge
  • Ability to prioritize and make quick decisions
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment will be essential
  • Good verbal communication skills (English)
  • A well-developed sense of taste and smell will be an asset.

About Us

We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.

Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour. And by incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.

Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America’s top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact. As two of Edmonton’s largest and busiest venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors every year.

How to apply

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter to let us know how you feel you could make an impact along with your resume. This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

Demi Chef (Edmonton Convention Centre) Open Collapsible Content

The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for two Demi Chefs to join our team! This role will assist the Sous Chefs and Chef de Partie in creating a smooth day-to day kitchen operation. Outstanding planning, preparation, and presentation of the food within their team will be of the utmost importance. Positions are available in both hot & cold kitchen and pastry kitchen.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Preparing food and observing the methods of preparation: feel, taste, smell, viewing color, texture, and garnishments.
  • Ensuring correct and timely distribution of food and product to required location under the direction superiors.
  • Ensure proper stock rotation in all areas of the kitchen and minimize waste
  • Manage food quality and productivity by keeping detailed records under the supervision and direction of superiors.
  • Ensure the mise en place is ready for the next day according to expectations and demands.
  • Maintain a clean workstation in adherence with Albert Health Services standards.

The successful candidate will have:

  • 1-2 years experience in a high volume kitchen or banquet operation is required.
  • Post secondary education, with a degree in culinary or hospitality management preferred.
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Red Seal Certificate
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment while standing for extended periods of time
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 24 kilograms
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to assess operations, prioritize and multitask multiple services and timelines.

About Us

We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.

Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour. And by incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.

Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America’s top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact. As two of Edmonton’s largest and busiest venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors every year.

How to apply

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter to let us know how you feel you could make an impact along with your resume. This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

Chef de Partie (Edmonton Convention Centre) Open Collapsible Content

The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for Chef De Partie (CDP) to join the team! As a CDP, you will lead and mentor members of the Culinary team, ensuring that the kitchen functions seamlessly on a day-to-day basis. Your passion for culinary excellence, leadership skills, and attention to detail will be vital to this role. Positions are available in both hot & cold kitchen and pastry kitchen.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Preparing food and observing the methods of preparation: feel, taste, smell, viewing color, texture, and garnishments.
  • Developing, implementing and executing menus
  • Ensuring that the mise en place is ready for the next day according to demands
  • Maintaining organization, timeliness and delivery of all food that is prepared by the team
  • Providing direction and assistance to the team of cooks, ensuring full utilization of employee capabilities and skill sets
  • Acting role model to department members
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Establishing good working relationships with other departments

The successful candidate will have:

  • Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet operational experience
  • Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Cook Certificate
  • Degree in culinary or hospitality management considered an asset
  • Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and prioritization skills
  • Being comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  • Superb verbal communication and problem-solving skills
  • Well-developed sense of taste and smell

About Us

We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.

Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour. And by incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.

Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America’s top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact. As two of Edmonton’s largest and busiest venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors every year.

How to apply

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter to let us know how you feel you could make an impact along with your resume. This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

Custodian (Edmonton Convention Centre) Open Collapsible Content

About Us

We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.

Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour. And by incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.

Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America’s top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact. As two of Edmonton’s largest and busiest venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors every year.

About the Position

The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for part-time Custodians to join the team! Reporting to the Manager, Building Services, the Custodian is responsible for the day-to-day custodial maintenance of the venue by maintaining building appearance and acceptable cleaning standards. This includes being responsible for maintaining a standard of excellence and demonstrating how to work efficiently without sacrificing quality. The Custodian will ensure that the bounds of the Edmonton Convention Centre Policies and Procedures, Building Services Standard Operating Procedures, and Occupational Health and Safety standards are being followed on shift.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Daily cleaning of public space.
  • Event cleaning for events such as conferences, concerts, and trade shows.
  • Operation of floor machinery.
  • Washroom cleaning, sweeping, moping, washing walls, etc.
  • Shampooing/extraction cleaning of carpet & upholstery
  • Striping and waxing of floors
  • Maintaining restrooms supplies.
  • Ensuring back corridors are neat and clean keeping all fire exits clear of all material.
  • Maintaining cleanliness of garbage room and storage areas
  • Ensuring proper operation of assigned equipment to ensure safety and effective operation and minimize repairs.
  • Working in a cooperative manor with other members of the custodial team as well as other departments.

The successful candidate will have:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1 year of event or venue custodial experience
  • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety considered an asset
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to see cleaning needs and executing with minimal guidance
  • Ability to work varied shift time which includes but limited to mornings, afternoons, and midnight shifts. Fast paced environment.
  • Standing and walking for long periods of time. Able to lift at least 50Lbs.

How to Apply

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter to let us know how you feel you could make an impact along with your resume. Please submit your interest no later than September 29, 2023.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

Banquet Chef (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for a Banquet Chef to join the team. Under the direction of the Executive Chef & the Executive Sous Chef, the Banquet Chef supervises, organizes, controls, evaluates and coordinates the activities of Sous Chefs, Senior Chef de Partie, Chef de Partie, Demi-Chef de Partie, Commis, and kitchen helpers. They are also responsible for the planning, preparation, and presentation of food in compliance with the EXPO Centre standards.

The successful candidate will:

  • Oversee managing the entire kitchen operations including Marketplace Café.
  • Provide leadership skills by assigning tasks while utilizing employee capabilities and motivating workers in a high stress environment.
  • Be responsible for day-to-day ordering of food and scheduling staff, based on budget and business needs.
  • Ensure food is ready and buffet set 30 minutes before service begins.
  • Coach and mentor kitchen staff members.
  • Practice a positive work environment and moral.
  • Manage food quality and productivity by keeping detailed records and minimizing waste and time restriction.
  • Ensure that the mise en place is ready for the next day according to expectations and demand.
  • Responsible for ordering all food items and ensure they are prepared correctly and safely.
  • Ensure requirements for dietary meals and allergies are met.
  • Assist Executive Chef to create and build menu for catering, Marketplace Café, and special events.
  • Communicate to Executive Chef & Executive Sous Chef of any employee negligence; reporting discrepancies that will affect daily operations.
  • Adhere to AGLC, OH&S, and Fire Marshall Codes.
  • Understand and follow EXPO Centre’s Health and Safety Standards.
  • Support and promote a safe and healthy work environment to clients, guests, contractors, and employees.
  • Ensure events comply with EXPO’s Health and Safety and HACCP food standards.
  • Promote the services of the Edmonton EXPO Centre to contribute to Edmonton’s image and reputation goals.
  • Ensure the EXPO Centre’s service, safety, sustainability, productivity, and community support brand standards are maintained to the highest quality.

The successful candidate must have:

  • 10 years of cooking; 4 years minimum of supervision.
  • Previous experience working in banquets as a Sous Chef or Banquet Chef will be an asset.
  • Strong knowledge of working in a busy banquet’s kitchen is an asset.
  • Able to delegate task properly to minimum of 12 staff.
  • Basic computer knowledge and typing skills.
  • A strong understanding of departmental budget, accurate forecasting, analysis and tracking of margins, cost containment and revenue achievement.
  • Good communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Excellent culinary knowledge and willing to keep knowledge up to date by being fully aware of culinary trends and practices.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • The ability to work a flexible work schedule.
  • Strong ability to prioritize, assess problems and make prompt decisions.
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety, HACCP and basic knowledge of First Aid and WHMIS.
  • Strong understanding of SDS (Safety Data Sheet).

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.


If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter to let us know how you feel you could make an impact along with your resume. Please submit your interest no later than September 21, 2023.

Chef de Partie (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for Chef de Partie to join the team! Under the direction of the Sous Chef, the Chef de Partie is responsible for the preparation and cooking of hot and cold foods. The Chef de Partie monitors the feel, taste, smell, color, texture and garnishments of foodstuffs and informs subordinates of necessary adjustments to maintain quality standards and presentation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Timely production of hot and cold foodstuffs, including preparing seasoning and cooking soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts.
  • Managing food quality and production by keeping detailed records and minimizing waste
  • Ensuring that the mise en place is ready for the next day according to expectations and demands
  • Assist employees as required with culinary production, banquet setup and assisting with action stations (carving)
  • Maintain a clean work station in adherence with AHS standards
  • Take on other duties when assigned by Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef with the right delegations
  • Maintains daily opening and closing checklists & temperature logs.
  • Responsible for cleaning workstations & equipment as needed
  • Understand EXPO Centres Health and Safety Standards.
  • Maintains Health and Safety work environment.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Post-secondary education, with a degree in culinary or hospitality management preferred
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Red Seal Certificate
  • 6-7 years experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet operation
  • Excellent understanding of food service and sanitation
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment while standing for extended periods of time
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 24 kilograms
  • Excellent and innovative problem-solving and positive decision-making skills
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for customer service
  • A commitment to quality, with a good presence and sense of direction
  • An ability to work well both independently and within a collaborative team environment with the flexibility to change with new ideas that are introduced

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.

Demi Chef (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

Be a Part of the Action!

Explore Edmonton’s two venues play host to hundreds of meetings, conventions, concerts, sporting events and other events every year. If you love to be a part of the action, want to see live music, meet and greet hundreds of Edmontonians in a day or night, this is the place to be!

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for Demi Chef de Partie who will be vital to executing the events coming through the venue, including K-Days and Farmfair International.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Prepares, seasons, and cooks soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other foods for safe consumption, following EXPO specifications.
  • Feels, tastes, and examines appearance of food prepared and cooked by subordinates and informs staff of necessary adjustments
  • Ensures correct and timely distribution of food or product to required location.
  • Communicates with Chef de Partie and Sous Chef as per requirements and production schedules.
  • Ensures food in workstation is always covered and dated.
  • Ensures proper stock rotation in all areas of the kitchen and minimize waste
  • Manages food quality and productivity by keeping detailed records and minimizes waste.
  • Ensure that the mise en place is ready for the next day according to expectations and demands
  • Assist other employees when required with culinary production, banquet setup, and assisting on action stations (carving).
  • Take on other duties when assigned by Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef with the right delegations
  • Maintains daily opening and closing checklists & temperature logs.
  • Responsible for cleaning workstations & equipment as needed
  • Understand EXPO Centres Health and Safety Standards.
  • Maintains Health and Safety work environment.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Post-secondary education, with a degree in culinary or hospitality management preferred.
  • Food Safety Certification & Red seal required
  • 5-7 years high volume kitchen or banquet operational experience
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to assess operations, prioritize and multitask multiple services and timelines, and respond constructively to changing requirements and service or quality issues.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced and stressful environment.
  • Will be required to stand for extended periods
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 24KG
  • Excellent and innovative problem solving and positive decision-making skills
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for customer service
  • A commitment to quality, with a good presence and sense of direction
  • An ability to work well both independently and within a collaborative team environment with the flexibility to change with new ideas that are introduced
  • An ability to work shift work, daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Explore Edmonton provides competitive pay, employee perks, flexible hours, great company culture, and an opportunity to make a difference!


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.


Cook 1 (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

Be a Part of the Action!

Explore Edmonton’s two venues play host to hundreds of meetings, conventions, concerts, sporting events and other events every year. If you love to be a part of the action, want to see live music, meet, and greet hundreds of Edmontonians in a day or night, this is the place to be!

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for Cook 1 who will be vital to executing the events coming through the venue, including K-Days and Farmfair International.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Use of a high level of cooking skills in the production of new food dishes using modern food technology and methods
  • Observe methods of food preparation; feel, taste, and smell prepared dishes, view colors, textures, and garnishments; inform subordinates of necessary adjustments to maintain quality standards and presentation
  • Communicate with Chef de Partie as per requirements and production schedules
  • Ensure correct and timely distribution of food or product to required location
  • Rotate all items in refrigerators to minimize spoilage; prevent waste & inefficient use of supplies.
  • Ensure proper transportation, handling and storage of goods and materials
  • Ensure that all areas in the kitchen are always kept clean and tidy

The successful candidate will have:

  • Grade 10 education preferred
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in cooking
  • Able to carry 50 lbs
  • Good personal hygiene
  • Excellent and up to date culinary knowledge with a well-developed sense of taste and smell
  • Ability to prioritize, assess problems and make prompt decisions
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for customer service
  • Previous customer service experience is considered an asset
  • Excellent problem solving and positive decision-making skills
  • A commitment to quality, organization, with a good presence and sense of direction
  • Diplomacy and tact when handling sensitive situations and information
  • An ability to work well both independently and within a collaborative team environment with the flexibility to change with new ideas that are introduced
  • An ability to work shift work, daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Explore Edmonton provides competitive pay, employee perks, flexible hours, great company culture, and an opportunity to make a difference!

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.


Cook 2 (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

Be a Part of the Action!

Explore Edmonton’s two venues play host to hundreds of meetings, conventions, concerts, sporting events and other events every year. If you love to be a part of the action, want to see live music, meet and greet hundreds of Edmontonians in a day or night, this is the place to be!

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for Cook #2 who will be vital to executing the events coming through the venue, including K-Days and Farmfair International


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Using cooking skills in the production of new food dishes using modern food technology and methods
  • Observe methods of food preparation by feel, taste and smell while viewing colours, textures and garnishments
  • Ensure correct and timely distribution of food or product
  • Rotate all items in refrigerators to minimize spoilage
  • Ensure proper transportation, handling and storage of goods and materials
  • Ensure proper operation of equipment to avoid injury, break-down or damage.
  • Ensure all areas in the kitchen are kept clean and tidy at all times

The successful candidate will have:

  • Minimum 1-year experience in a similar role
  • Grade 10 education
  • Ability to prioritize, assess problems and make prompt decisions
  • Able to carry up to 50 lbs at times
  • Effective communication skills
  • A well-developed sense of taste and smell

Explore Edmonton provides competitive pay, employee perks, flexible hours, great company culture, and an opportunity to make a difference!

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your resume. This posting will remain active until all positions are filled.



Cook 3 (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

Be a Part of the Action!

Explore Edmonton’s two venues play host to hundreds of meetings, conventions, concerts, sporting events and other events every year. If you love to be a part of the action, want to see live music, meet and greet hundreds of Edmontonians in a day or night, this is the place to be!

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for Cook 3 who will be vital to executing the events coming through the venue, including K-Days and Farmfair International


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Using cooking skills in the production of new food dishes using modern food technology and methods
  • Observe methods of food preparation by feel, taste and smell while viewing colors, textures and garnishments
  • Ensure correct and timely distribution of food or product
  • Rotate all items in refrigerators to minimize spoilage
  • Ensure proper transportation, handling and storage of goods and materials
  • Ensure proper operation of equipment to avoid injury, break-down or damage.
  • Ensure all areas in the kitchen are kept clean and tidy at all times

The successful candidate will have:

  • Grade 10 education
  • Ability to prioritize, assess problems and make prompt decisions
  • Able to carry up to 50 lbs at times
  • effective communication skills
  • A well-developed sense of taste and smell
  • An ability to work shift work, daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Explore Edmonton provides competitive pay, employee perks, flexible hours, great company culture, and an opportunity to make a difference!

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your resume. This posting will remain active until all positions are filled.


Assistant Chief Kitchen Steward (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

Be a Part of the Action!

Explore Edmonton’s two venues play host to hundreds of meetings, conventions, concerts, sporting events and other events every year. If you love to be a part of the action, want to see live music, meet and greet hundreds of Edmontonians in a day or night, this is the place to be!

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for Assistant Chief Kitchen Steward who will be vital to executing the events coming through the venue, including K-Days and Farmfair International.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Ensures the upkeep and preservation of the ware washing room(s).
  • Ensures that all dishwashers and cleaning tools operate at their optimum potential.
  • Assures all dirty dishes are brought to the main dishwashing area in an organized and efficient manner for cleaning, re-issuing and storing.
  • Conducts daily inspections of all Food and Beverage areas and kitchens to ensure cleanliness and compliance with local health/sanitation codes
  • Ensures service stations, clearing stations and food plating areas are set and ready for their purpose—ensures tables and needed equipment are present.
  • Transports food supplies to and from storeroom or freezer to kitchen using trolley or basket.
  • Ensures that all requisitions from Banquet, Culinary and others are completed and positioned accordingly.
  • Assists the chief steward Conduct semi-annual and periodic inventories to ensure par stocks and resource availability are maintained within all Food and Beverage outlets and kitchens and determine breakage
  • Ensures task lists are completed for kitchen stewards and stewards daily.
  • Assists the chief steward Schedule preventive maintenance work and coordinate with Engineering
  • Ensures all cleaning checklists are completed and accurate
  • Promotes EXPO’s environment and community initiatives.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Conversational level of the English Language – Excellent verbal and written
  • Must be flexible with work schedule – available 24/7
  • Knowledge of health and safety, and food safety
  • Working knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing chemical
  • Working knowledge of ware washing equipment and tools
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office program
  • Understand SDS (Safety Data Sheet)
  • WHMIS Certification
  • CPR and First Aid Certification an asset
  • Food Safe Certification
  • ProTect and ProServe Certification an asset
  • Be ready to take on another task(s)

Explore Edmonton provides competitive pay, employee perks, flexible hours, great company culture, and an opportunity to make a difference!

About Us

Explore Edmonton is Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.

Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America’s top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact. Our venues have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors every year.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your resume. This posting will remain active until a suitable candidate is found.

Kitchen Steward (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

Be a Part of the Action!

Explore Edmonton’s two venues play host to hundreds of meetings, conventions, concerts, sporting events and other events every year. If you love to be a part of the action, want to see live music, meet and greet hundreds of Edmontonians in a day or night, this is the place to be!

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for Kitchen Steward who will be vital to executing the events coming through the venue, including K-Days and Farmfair International.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Conducting routine cleaning of the Pastry Shop, food preparation area, Hot Kitchen area, kitchen equipment and tools, floors, walls, ceilings, gutters, and hoods.
  • Maintaining waste by ensuring all waste is disposed of efficiently per their categories: compost, garbage, used cooking oil, recycling, and cardboard.
  • The cleanliness of ware washing room.
  • Supporting EXPO’s sustainability commitment by adhering to waste sorting guidelines

The successful candidate will have:

  • Minimum 1-Year experience working in a Hotel/Convention setting with medium to large commercial kitchen
  • The ability to stand for long periods, lift 70lbs, and work in an environment with upwards to 90 decibels.
  • The ability to work independently within a team, but also collaboration with other departments such as Bars, Banquets, Housekeeping, Culinary and Event Services.

Explore Edmonton provides competitive pay, employee perks, flexible hours, great company culture, and an opportunity to make a difference!


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day. If this role piques your interest, please submit your resume. This posting will remain active until all positions are filled.


Kitchen Steward Supervisor (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

Be a Part of the Action!

Explore Edmonton’s two venues host hundreds of meetings, conventions, concerts, sporting events and other events annually. So if you love to be a part of the action, want to see live music, or meet and greet hundreds of Edmontonian in a day or night, this is the place to be!

The Edmonton EXPO Centre is looking for Kitchen Steward Supervisor who will be vital to executing the events coming through the venue, including K-Days and Farmfair International.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • leading the Kitchen Stewards and Kitchen Porters in cleaning and sanitizing all flatware, glassware, and silverware, maintaining cleaning tools and supplies, and storing them in designated areas.
  • Ensuring the upkeep and preservation of the ware washing rooms, chinaware storage room, cleaning/non-cleaning storage room and food preparation rooms.
  • Setting up & maintaining all service stations, clearing stations and food plating areas so they are ready for their purpose.
  • Ensuring all requisitions from the banquet, culinary and other departments are completed and positioned accordingly.

The successful candidate will have the following:

  • 2 years experience working in a hotel/convention setting
  • Post-secondary degree in Hospitality Management or a related program is considered an asset
  • Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral), and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of health and safety, food safety, and the SDS (Safety Data Sheet).
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
  • Flexible work schedule with the ability to work mornings, evenings, Nights, and weekends.

Explore Edmonton provides competitive pay, employee perks, flexible hours, great company culture, and an opportunity to make a difference!

About Us

Explore Edmonton is Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact on the visitor economy.

Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward being among North America’s top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact. Our venues have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors annually.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported daily.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your resume. This posting will remain active until all positions are filled.