Culinary Co-Op Intern

Cabot

Inverness

On-site

CAD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Discounted golf fees

Complimentary lunch

Family golf rounds

Subsidized team housing

Healthcare benefits

Retail & restaurant discounts

Employee assistance program

Learning & training opportunities

Job summary

Cabot Cape Breton is seeking a Culinary Co-Op Intern to join our Inverness resort kitchen team. This paid, full-time seasonal role runs May through October and places you with experienced chefs across five on-site outlets, offering hands-on experience in diverse cooking styles.

You will assist in food preparation, cooking, and plating while maintaining a clean workstation and collaborating with staff to ensure timely delivery of high-quality dishes.

Qualifications

Enrollment in a culinary training program at a post-secondary institution.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
Highly responsible & reliable; able to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

Assist in food preparation, cooking, and plating across outlets.
Maintain a clean, organized workstation and uphold safety standards.
Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely, high-quality dishes for guests.
Follow recipes and standards with attention to detail and consistency.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Reliability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

Education

Culinary training program enrollment

Job description

Title: Culinary Co-Op Internship (paid)

Reports to: Executive Sous Chef / Outlet Chef

Job Type: Full Time Seasonal (May through October)

Location: Inverness, Nova Scotia, B0E 1N0

About Cabot Cape Breton

Located on over a mile of sandy beach along the coast of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia—and nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the picturesque town of Inverness. Cabot Cape Breton features 47 holes of exhilarating golf and one of the best resort experiences in Canada. With two acclaimed World Top 100 courses, an 11-hole short course, 72 rooms of award-winning accommodation at Cabot Links Lodge, 19 upscale Golf Villas, over 40 luxury homes, and exquisite dining in three on-site restaurants, Cabot Cape Breton is intended to excite and inspire at every turn.

We are seeking out purpose driven and passionate people who embrace Cabot’s values. Our #cabotcrew brings their unique spirit and individual character and shows up with all their heart to create a warm welcome to a magical place where remarkable memories are made.

If you join our team, you will live our values: Confidence, Authenticity, Humility, Warmth

Position Overview

As a Culinary Co-Op Intern, you will join our culinary team in one of our five on site outlets, alongside experienced chefs with diverse backgrounds and specialties. This is an opportunity to expose yourself to a variety of styles of cooking, gaining real world experience and perfecting the fundamentals of your craft. You will be an essential part of our culinary team, responsible for preparing high-quality dishes with precision and creativity. Your role involves executing menu items according to recipes and standards, maintaining a clean and organized workstation, and collaborating effectively with other kitchen staff. Attention to detail, speed, and the ability to work under pressure are crucial in this role, ensuring timely and consistent delivery of exceptional dishes to our guests. You will assist in food preparation, cooking, and plating, contributing to the overall dining experience at Cabot Cape Breton. Your passion for cooking, dedication to quality, and teamwork will play a significant role in upholding our culinary reputation and ensuring guest satisfaction.

You Will Thrive In This Role If You Enjoy

Culinary Passion: Take satisfaction in cooking and preparing a variety of dishes, finding joy in the art of culinary creation and consistently delivering high-quality meals to guests.
Team Collaboration: Enjoy working closely with fellow kitchen staff, collaborating effectively under pressure, and contributing to a harmonious and efficient kitchen environment.
Attention to Detail: Find fulfilment in ensuring precise measurements, cooking times, and plating techniques, paying close attention to every detail to maintain the restaurant's culinary standards.
Fast-Paced Environment: Thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, embracing the challenge of managing multiple orders, coordinating different cooking processes, and delivering dishes promptly while maintaining quality.
Adaptability: Embrace the changing menu, recipes, and guest preferences, enjoying the challenge of adapting your cooking techniques and creativity to meet the demands of different dishes and dining experiences.

Preferred Qualifications And Skills

Enrollment in a culinary training program at a post-secondary institution
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Requirements Of The Role You Should Be Aware Of

Based on the nature of our business and the service we provide to our guests, to work with us, you must consent to a criminal background check as a condition of employment and an additional criminal background check every two years.
As a seasonal resort business, you can anticipate a schedule that will involve day, evening, night, and weekend work.
Spending long hours walking, standing, and using knife skills.
Frequently lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
Occasional ascending and descending of stairs and ramps.
Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
Working in a hot, intense kitchen producing a significant volume of food.
Constant focus and repetitive work are to be expected.
Ability to manage timeline pressures and constraints.

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