Asian Chef

Grey Eagle Resort & Casino; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Grey Eagle Resort & Casino in Calgary, on the Tsuut’ina First Nation, is seeking an energetic Asian Line Chef to join our fast-paced kitchen team. Under the direction of the Executive Chef, you will prepare a variety of hot and cold dishes for dine-in and take-out.

We value teamwork, safety, and leadership, with opportunities for growth. A 3-year background in high-volume Asian cuisine and a Health and Safety Certificate are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 years Asian line chef experience in a large volume food service operation including wok, broiler, fryer, hot and cold food preparation.
• Post secondary education in a recognized Hospitality or Culinary Management program would be an asset.
• Health and Safety Certificate.
• Minimum 3 years ongoing experience in a cook's position with practical hands on knowledge and experience of large size foodservice operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a multitude of hot and cold meals for internal and external customers during a prescribed shift.
• Follow safe work practices and maintain high safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Mentor Prep Cooks and Kitchen Helpers when required.
• May require lifting up to approx. 50 lbs.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Teamwork

Food safety basics

Wok/cook skills

Education

Post secondary hospitality/culinary management

Health and Safety Certificate

3 years cooking experience in large-volume operation

Job description

Come... Enjoy... Work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Located on the Tsuut’ina First Nation, Grey Eagle Resort & Casino is Calgary’s number one entertainment facility. We are looking for talented, energetic and motivated individuals to join our diverse workforce! We offer competitive salaries, benefits and opportunities to grow your career.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Shift Supervisor the Asian Line Chef is responsible for preparing a multitude of hot and cold meals for sale and service to all customers of the Casino. This includes both internal and external customers alike during a prescribed shift. The Asian Line Chef is required to take all necessary precautions to protect and ensure that safe work practices are adhered to. This position involves frequent standing and walking as well as lengthy periods of concentration when preparing customer orders. This position also requires some leadership qualities to assist with development of Prep Cooks and Kitchen Helpers when required. This position may require lifting weight of up to approx. 50 lbs.

Education And Experience

• The incumbent is required to have Asian line chef experience of 3 years in a large volume food service operation including wok, broiler, fryer, hot and cold food preparation.
• A Post Secondary education in a recognized Hospitality or Culinary Management program would be an asset.
• Health and Safety Certificate.
• The incumbent will have a minimum of 3 years ongoing experience in a cook's position with practical hands on knowledge and experience of large size foodservice operations.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Specific Casino food and beverage operational experience would be an asset with a basic understanding of inventory control and food cost practices and procedures.
• Proven experience in preparing and cooking a wide variety of food styles is required.
• Ability to work and thrive in a team-oriented environment, and be able to function independently also
• Ability to work in a physically demanding area and be familiar with a high-volume, fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

• Priority will be given to Tsuut'ina Nation members.