BOH AM/PM Shift Leader

Añejo; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dining discount

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Career advancement

Energetic team

Job summary

We are hiring at Añejo for a Line/Prep Cook Shift Leader. You’ll create high-quality dishes, prepare ingredients, and help oversee a team of cooks as we grow. The role demands organization, a passion for food, and the ability to train others in a fast-paced kitchen.

Join a vibrant team with flexible scheduling, dining discounts, and opportunities for growth within a respected Canadian restaurant brand portfolio. We value care for people and a collaborative, energetic work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience preferred but we’re happy to train the right person.
• Passion for cooking and presenting consistently great dishes.
• Attention to detail and pride in presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to specification, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Assist in prepping ingredients and setting up stations, following recipes and kitchen guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Collaborate with your kitchen team, communicating effectively to ensure smooth service during busy shifts.
• Monitor food stock and supplies, assisting with inventory management and minimizing waste.
• Work efficiently to meet kitchen demands, ensuring orders are prepared quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning tasks and equipment maintenance as required.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Training

Job description

We're hiring! ¡Hola! Welcome to Añejo, Añejo Restaurant is a modern Mexican kitchen and tequila bar inspired by the bold flavours, craftsmanship and energy of Mexico. Our team is made up of passionate tequiliers — storytellers and lifelong learners who share a love for hospitality, craft and creating unforgettable experiences together, from front of house to the kitchen and behind We're not just a restaurant - we're an experience, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our familia.

Line/Prep Cook Shift Leader Opportunity – Be Part of Our Team!

Your Role

We’re looking for a Line/Prep Cook who loves creating delicious dishes and thrives in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll play a key role in preparing high-quality meals and helping to oversee a team of cooks as we grow into our full potential. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, passionate about food, and love to train we’d love to have you on board!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Employee dining discount at participating Recipe brands
• Flexible scheduling so you can balance work and life
• Growth and development opportunities to build your skills within the restaurant
• Career advancement with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands
• A fun, energetic team environment where every shift is dynamic and engaging

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items to specification, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Assist in prepping ingredients and setting up stations, following recipes and kitchen guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Collaborate with your kitchen team, communicating effectively to ensure smooth service during busy shifts.
• Monitor food stock and supplies, assisting with inventory management and minimizing waste.
• Work efficiently to meet kitchen demands, ensuring orders are prepared quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning tasks and equipment maintenance as required.

What You Bring

• Previous kitchen experience is an asset, but we’re happy to train the right person.
• A passion for cooking and creating consistently great dishes.
• Attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Ability to work well with a team and support others.
• Comfort in a fast-paced environment and staying organized under pressure.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.

At Añejo, our core value is "Taking Care of People." We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued and supported. Our commitment to this value shapes how we build our teams, support our franchisees, and ensure everyone can reach their full potential. We are also committed to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. If you require an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].