Cook 1 - Banquets

hotelartsgroup; Calgary; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Arts Group is seeking a Cook 1 for our Banquets Kitchen in Calgary. The role involves producing banquet dishes daily in a organized, efficient manner and working closely with the Banquet Sous Chef to deliver exceptional culinary service at events.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3+ years of experience or be pursuing Red Seal, with a culinary education background considered an asset and a flexible schedule. Visit www.hotelarts.ca for more information.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years experience in a similar position or journeyman seeking Red Seal
• Culinary education background an asset
• Flexible weekly schedule/availability

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce banquet items to standard and customer requirements
• Maintain mise en place in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure cleanliness, proper storage of all food products and adherence to health regulations
• Work with Banquet Sous Chef to deliver high-quality culinary service during banquets and events
• Monitor food cost, portion control and waste management

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Culinary education background

Job description

Hotel Artsis currently looking for a Cook 1 positionin ourBanquets Kitchen. We are looking for someone who will consistently provide quality and production daily in an organized and effective manner. This cook will primarily be working alongside the Banquet Sous Chefto provide excellent culinary service during our renownedbanquets and events.

The successful applicant will possess the following traits:

• High level of interest with food and have a keen interest in the culinary arts
• Ability to maintain food quality and presentation standards within a consistency based framework
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Displays attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team effectively
• Has flexibility towards their environment
• Will ensure all menu items are prepared efficiently to standard and to customer requirements
• Will ensure all mis en place is completed in a timely and efficient manner
• Will ensure the cleanliness and proper storage of all food product
• Will ensure all appropriate provincial health regulations and food handling techniques
• Is mindful of maintain a clean and organized work area
• Is aware of food cost, portion, and waste controls

Job Requirements:

• 2-3+years experience in a similar position OR
• A journeyman or working toward Red Seal certification
• Culinary educational background an asset
• Flexible weekly schedule/availability

To learn more about Hotel Arts, please visit our website at: www.hotelarts.ca

Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in Canada will not be considered.

Please be advised that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Hotel Arts Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.