Cook 2 - SAIT Curated Catering

Hotel Arts Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known hospitality group in Calgary is seeking a Cook2 to provide excellent culinary service in a busy environment. The successful candidate will prepare large volume meals, maintain cleanliness, and ensure food safety standards while working alongside the Dining Hall Chef. Ideal applicants should have culinary knowledge and experience in a similar role, including the ability to multitask effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in large volume cookery.
• Physically able to stand and lift 25 pounds or more.
• Flexibility in schedule for meals service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for 200+ students and faculty daily.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
• Ensure adherence to health regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Culinary knowledge

Education

1-2 years’ experience in similar position

Job description

The Hotel Arts Group is currently looking for a Cook2 for SAIT Curated Catering.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
• Good eye for detail in plating and presenting food
• Demonstrate a good understanding of large batch western cooking,global dietary cultures, and trends
• Able to take given product and replicate recipes
• Work quickly and demonstrate anability to multitask
• Able tothinkindependently in creating 3 healthy, nutritious, and filling cafeteria style meals that appear to a wide variety of people
• Ability to work alongside team members in managing daily orders and purchasing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Displays attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team effectively in a busy kitchen
• 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 products
• Will ensure all appropriate provincial health regulations and food handling techniques
• Is mindful of maintaining a clean and organized work area
• Is aware of food cost, portion, and waste controls
• Will work with the stewarding team to ensure that the cafeteria is clean, tidy, and orderly always

Qualifications &Skills

• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position is preferred
• Large Volume Cookery Experience
• Availability for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service
• Flexible weekly schedule
• Physically able to stand and move during the length of shift; able to bend and kneel through the shift; able to lift 25 pounds or more

Please apply online with your resume and cover letter to the attention of the Human Resources Department. Please include in your cover letter your years of culinary experience and why you would be a great fit for our team.
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.