Cook 1 - SAIT Begin Dining Centre

Hotel Arts Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Arts Group in Calgary is seeking a Cook 1 to join the SAIT Begin Dining Centre team. You will prepare quality meals for 200+ students and faculty daily, in collaboration with the Dining Hall Chef, delivering consistent culinary service in a fast-paced campus setting.

The role emphasizes kitchen organization, mise en place, adherence to health regulations, and cost-conscious portions. Flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail are essential as you help maintain a clean, well-run dining

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years in a similar role or working toward Red Seal.
• Journeyman status or working toward Red Seal is acceptable.
• Culinary education is an asset.
• Ability to handle 200+ meals daily and maintain standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and production for 200+ students and faculty daily.
• Work with the Dining Hall Chef to deliver service.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of the cafeteria.
• Ensure mise en place is completed efficiently.
• Follow provincial health regulations and safe food handling techniques.

Skills

Food quality

Mise en place

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Flexibility

Food cost awareness

Cleanliness

Education

Journeyman or Red Seal in progress

Culinary education asset

Job description

he Hotel Arts Group is currently looking for a Cook 1for SAIT Begin Dining Centre.We are looking for someone who will consistently provide quality and production for 200+ students and faculty daily in an organized and effective manner. This cook will primarily be working alongside the Dining Hall Chef to provide excellent culinary service to students and faculty in the SAIT Begin Dining Hall. They will also be responsible for the upkeep andcleanlinessof the cafeteria.

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.

Hotel Arts Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.