Chris Martin

The Climb

Training at SAIT University gave Chris Martin a formal base before he moved into ownership at his first restaurant in High River, AB, where he stayed until 2012. That period set the pace for a career organized around responsibility, consistency, and the daily mechanics of service. Since 2012, Chris has been the founder and chef of Highwood Catering, putting him in the middle of events where timing, presentation, and room control all have to line up. He has also served as the exclusive caterer of The Ranch House, Calgary Polo Club, Calgary, Alberta, extending the same standard into another house with its own expectations.

Today

The work now sits at the point where craft and care meet in service. Highwood Catering and The Ranch House both place Chris Martin in roles where the guest experience is measured through attention to detail, pace, and follow-through. The result is a reputation built less on spectacle than on delivery: polished, steady hospitality that holds an occasion together without pulling focus.

In Their Words “While I was there, I really learned how important it is to deliver outstanding service. The guest’s experience is all that matters.”

Career - Founder, Highwood Catering (2012–present) - Chef, Highwood Catering (2012–present) - Exclusive caterer, The Ranch House, Calgary Polo Club, Calgary, Alberta (2012–present) - Owner, first restaurant in High River, AB, High River, AB (until 2012) Education: SAIT University

Recognition

The Red Seal is the named credential attached to Chris Martin, a formal marker that sits alongside the working authority earned in service and ownership. The standard he states is plain: “While I was there, I really learned how important it is to deliver outstanding service. The guest’s experience is all that matters.”

FAQ What is Chris Martin's current role? Chris Martin is Founder of Highwood Catering. Where did Chris Martin train or study? Chris Martin trained at SAIT University.