Banquet Cook

Power Recruitment; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive compensation

Ongoing mentorship

Fun team environment

Dynamic workplace

Culinary training

Culinary competitions

Fitness membership discounts

Job summary

A dynamic catering company in Calgary is seeking a Banquet Cook to prepare and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for events. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of culinary experience, a passion for food, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join a fun and inclusive team that values creativity and professionalism, while enjoying flexible schedules and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary experience; less experience considered.
• Passion for culinary arts and creating memorable experiences.
• Desire for personal and career growth.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with fresh perspective.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver culinary experiences for events.
• Uphold quality specifications and maintain a safe environment.
• Lead and develop the culinary team.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team to maintain standards.

Skills

Culinary experience

Team collaboration

Creativity

Time management

Job description

We are looking for a Banquet Cook on behalf of our client, to prepare and deliver a variety of culinary delights for banquets, events, and gatherings. If you have culinary expertise and the ability to create delicious dishes at scale, we'd like to introduce you to this important role in the realm of banquet catering.

As a Banquet Cook, you are responsible for preparing and delivering curated and hand-crafted culinary experiences to their guests in support of iconic event hospitality. You operate with consistency and precision while utilizing prep and cooking methods for quick and distinct execution of their menu items. In this role, you will follow specifications and uphold the quality of products, while fostering a clean and safe environment. You are a master of your craft and lead and develop the team around you to be the same.

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate your personal and family needs
• Competitive compensation opportunity
• Ongoing mentorship to support personal and professional goals
• Fun, Team-driven and inclusive community
• Dynamic, fast-paced, and agile work environment
• World-class Culinary and Service training
• Compete through culinary and bar challenges
• Fitness membership discounts

Requirements

• 2+ years of culinary experience (If you have potential and less experience, we still want to meet you).
• A passion for culinary and creating world-class experiences
• A desire to learn and grow through personal and career development
• An entrepreneurial mindset. You see things from a new perspective

Core Values

• You value honesty and humility. You have integrity and do what you say.
• You approach life with fearless determination and a sense of fun.
• You are creative, risk-taking, visionary and cutting edge. You choose to lead.
• You contribute to a strong culture and are committed to the team.
• You are passionate about quality and professionalism.
• You believe in unleashing the potential in others.