Asian Chef

Grey Eagle Resort & Casino; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Grey Eagle Resort & Casino is seeking an Asian Line Chef to prepare a wide range of hot and cold dishes for casino guests and internal customers. The role requires leadership to assist Prep Cooks and Kitchen Helpers during busy periods and to maintain safe work practices throughout the shift.

The position emphasizes high-volume, fast-paced cooking with potential lifting and standing for extended periods. Experience in wok, broiler, fryer and diverse cuisines is essential.

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 Hospitality or Culinary Management would be an asset.
• Health and Safety Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years ongoing experience in a cook's position with hands-on knowledge in large size foodservice operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a multitude of hot and cold meals for sale and service to all customers of the Casino.
• Lead Prep Cooks and Kitchen Helpers when required.
• Adhere to safety practices and maintain clean, organized work areas in a high-volume kitchen.
• Contribute to teamwork in a fast-paced environment and assist with training when needed.

Skills

Wok cooking

High-volume kitchen experience

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

Post-secondary Hospitality/Culinary Management (asset)

Health and Safety Certificate

3+ years cook experience in large operations

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.

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